The striped bark scorpion is the most common type of scorpion found indoors. As arachnids, scorpions are closely related to ticks, mites, and spiders.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Scorpions are nocturnal and seek out dry, dark places to hide, such as under boxes, in closets, garages, bathrooms, and other shaded areas.
• Their diet primarily consists of small insects like millipedes, spiders, flies, and crickets.

Survival Adaptations:

• Scorpions regulate their body temperature through a process called thermoregulation, making them sensitive to extreme temperatures; they avoid both very hot and very cold environments.
• They are covered in a waxy cuticle, which helps reduce water and heat loss.

Stings:

• Scorpion stings are painful and may cause swelling and itching.