What’s that slinking across the bedroom wall? Must be my imagination, go to sleep. Suddenly you awake in excruciating pain. Something bit you! You jump up and see the problem, a scorpion scoots under the sheet. What? A scorpion. Yep, Kansas does have scorpions and those critters are looking for a warm place for the winter, and your house may be the right fit for them. The most dangerous Kansas scorpion is the striped bark. It’s not poisonous, but, it’s sting can be very painful with swelling, itching and pain for several days.
So, how do you keep them out of the house? Check for leaks in the plumbing. Scorpions are looking for easy access to water, and leaks provide it to them in abundance. Keep your house clean and clear of clutter, so insects are less attracted to your home. This will eliminate a vital food source for scorpions, making them less likely to infest. Make sure that all food is properly stored and spills are cleaned up, and be sure to pick up any clothes or other items on the floor that provide cover for pests. Now, seeing a single scorpion in the house doesn’t mean you have an infestation, but if one got in, more can follow. Just another terrifying thing to think about when you go to bed tonight. You’re welcome.
