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Vaejovis spinigeris, commonly known as the stripe-tailed scorpion or the "devil" scorpion, is very common and widely distributed in Arizona. It is a medium-sized scorpion that can be differentiated from the Arizona bark scorpion (Centruroides exilicauda) by the brownish-tan stripes on both sides of its tail. It may be found on sandy soil in a variety of habitats, from desert floor to rocky hillside. Typically, it is found under any convenient surface object, including sleeping bags, shoes, etc., where it builds a short burrow for protection. It seeks the most humid areas it can find. Though venomous, this scorpion is not considered dangerous. It eats crickets and other insects.
