Scorpions in Georgia

Scorpions living in Georgia

2species

Southern devil scorpion, Hentz striped scorpion.

How to recognize them

Southern devil scorpion Vaejovis carolinianus

Small dark brown scorpion
Stout pincers
Hides under logs and rocks in woods

Hentz striped scorpion Centruroides hentzi

Brown with mottled or banded pattern
Thin pincers
Long thin tail

We list the scorpions people ask about most. The Southwest has more small species that we do not cover yet. In the US only the Arizona bark scorpion has a sting considered medically significant.

Counties with records

None recorded
1 species
2
3 to 4
5 or more

Scorpions with open GBIF records, by county: 44 counties so far. Blank does not mean absent.

Active months

Open records of scorpions in Georgia by month; most fall in March to July, September.

Questions

How many scorpions are in Georgia?

2 species live in the state: Southern devil scorpion and Hentz striped scorpion.

Which scorpions in Georgia are dangerous?

None of them is considered medically significant for most people. Stings and bites hurt, and allergic reactions are possible.

When are scorpions most active in Georgia?

Most open records fall in March to July, September.