Scorpion Hiding Areas: Desert Southwest ACE Reveals High-Risk Zones
Key Takeaways Albuquerque's warm high-desert climate, rock landscaping, and seasonal temperatures create conditions that support scorpion activity for a significant portion of the year, with peak activity from spring through fall and extended activity in warm microclimates. The Striped Bark Scorpion is a very common scorpion species in New Mexico, particularly in central and eastern areas, but the Arizona Bark Scorpion - capable of climbing walls and ceilings - poses an additional threat in the southwestern part of the state. Scorpions are nocturnal and spend daylight hours hiding in cool, dark spaces including patios, garages, block walls, and xeriscape rock beds - many of which homeowners overlook. Effective scorpion control starts outside: habitat modification and targeted perimeter treatments are the most impactful steps a homeowner can take. Keep reading to learn which specific hiding zones around your home carry the highest risk - and what an ACE-certified approach looks like...