Black Widows are another potential health concern here in southern Arizona. The female black widow is distinguished by her shiny black body as well as a red hourglass figure on its underside. These spiders have a bite that can affect the nervous systems of humans. The black widow is also a nocturnal predator who chooses to hide in cracks and crevices during the day light hours. |
Scorpions are one of the biggest potential health threats caused by pests in Arizona. Here in Arizona we have over 30 different species of scorpions who may love to come and invade your home. They are natural predators and can be drawn to your home as a source of their food. Scorpions love to hide in foliage and discarded materials as they are mostly nocturnal they tend to hide during the day and come out at night.