Scorpions. They are nasty, predatory pests that can be found on every continent in the world, except for Antarctica. They've been roaming the planet for over 300 million years and can live up to 25 years old. Getting stung by one of these creatures can hurt, but it won't kill you in most cases. Nevertheless, you don't want them hanging around on your property. But is pest control for scorpions the same as it is for other types of pests?  

1. How to Get Rid of
Scorpions in Your
Home

2. Scorpions. They are nasty, predatory pests that can be found on every continent in the world,
except for Antarctica. They've been roaming the planet for over 300 million years and can live up
to 25 years old. Getting stung by one of these creatures can hurt, but it won't kill you in most
cases. Nevertheless, you don't want them hanging around on your property. But is pest control for
scorpions the same as it is for other types of pests?

3. The Different Species of Scorpions:-
Now, before we dive into the different options
for scorpion control, let's get to know this
painful creature a little better. A scorpion is part
of the arachnid family because it has eight legs.
However, the scorpion is very different from its
8-legged counterpart, the spider.
They range in size from 0.3 inches up to 9 inches, and their
bodies are composed of three parts: a head, trunk, and tail. The
tail contains a stinger that can be maneuvered in different
ways to attack its victim. This tail is venomous, and in some
cases, deadly. Scorpions also have strong pincers that can be
used for grasping prey or defending themselves.

4. Scorpion Stings How Bad Are They?
While a scorpion sting is generally not fatal for a healthy adult, it could be more dangerous for a
child or elderly person, particularly if stung by one of the nasty types like the bark scorpion. And
they should be taken to see a doctor right away. But in most cases, you'll be fine once the pain
wears off. Besides the sting's pain, you may have a few other symptoms like swelling or numbness
and tingling.

5. Treating a Scorpion Sting
Remedy scorpion stings at home by following these steps:
1. Clean the wounded area with mild soap and warm water.
2. Place a cool compress on the wound to reduce the pain.
3. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever as needed for
pain.
It's uncommon to have severe symptoms from a scorpion
sting; however, if you have any of the following, you will
want to get immediate medical treatment: difficulty
swallowing, muscle twitching, blurred vision, sweating,
vomiting, or irregular heartbeat.
Pets can also fall prey to a scorpion sting. Sometimes they are
curious and try to play with the scorpion, only to end up
whimpering back to you. Like humans, pets are generally fine
after recovering from the sting's pain, especially larger breeds
of dogs. However, small dogs and cats are most vulnerable to
more severe symptoms, so if one gets stung, watch them
closely and get them checked out by a veterinarian if they
begin to behave unusually.

6. Where Do Scorpions Lurk?
The best thing to do is either
a) avoid scorpions altogether, or
b) get rid of them.
So, where do these annoying little pests hang out? During
the day, these nocturnal creatures are hiding in dark
crevices, crawl spaces, wall voids, under woodpiles, in
closets, weep holes, or beneath your baseboards.
At night, these creatures come alive. Shine a black
light on areas where you suspect scorpion activity,
and you can easily see their creepy little bodies light
up. They have a luminescent quality that will make
them glow in the dark.

7. What is the Best Pest Control for Scorpions?
So now that you know where they lurk, how do you get rid of them? Does pest control work on scorpions as it
does other nuisances like roaches, silverfish, or bed bugs? After all, if these things have been around for
millions of years, it can't be that easy to get rid of them.

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