As the desert heats up, scorpions — including the notorious Arizona bark scorpions — become more active, leading to more frequent sightings not only outdoors but in homes and other buildings.

"Welcome to Arizona." Arizona has 40-60 species of scorpions, according to the Arizona Department of Agriculture. Arizona ...

With more than 50 known species in the Valley — including the giant desert hairy and the Arizona bark scorpion — these eight-legged creatures are far more noticeable than you might think ...