Striped Bark Scorpion Control in Leon Springs and The Dominion
Most scorpion encounters in Leon Springs and The Dominion happen after dark: a tan scorpion with two dark stripes on a bathroom wall, in the tub, or crossing the garage floor. It is almost certainly the striped bark scorpion, the only species AgriLife lists across all of Texas. Leave it alone, then work on the outside of the house, because sealing and cleanup do more than spray alone.
If you keep finding them, call or text (210) 281-1064 or request a visit.
Two stripes and a dark triangle: confirming the species #
AgriLife's E-362 fact sheet describes it as yellowish tan with two broad dark stripes down the back and a dark triangle on the head above the eyes, with slim pincers and a long, thin tail. Adults run about 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 inches, depending on the source. Under a UV flashlight they glow blue-green.
Two things that look scary but aren't scorpions: pseudoscorpions, under 1/4 inch with no tail, and wind scorpions (sun spiders). Neither carries a scorpion's venom.
The one that worries people, the Arizona bark scorpion, is not found in Texas, according to AgriLife.
Rock, cedar and caves: the ground around Leon Springs #
The Edwards Aquifer Authority describes the aquifer as karst country, full of sinkholes, sinking streams and caves. Whether a given lot sits on the recharge zone is a separate question, but limestone at or near the surface is part of life here.
Striped bark scorpions don't dig burrows. AgriLife says they shelter under rocks, boards and debris, in wood piles and stored lumber, and they climb walls and trees easily. A rock border along the foundation, a stack of firewood by the back door, or a cedar branch resting on the roof is a ready-made bridge into the house.
Detached homes in 78255 and the attic problem #
The Census counts 87.3% of the homes in ZIP 78255 as single-family detached houses, and about three in four were built in 2000 or later. Newer doesn't mean sealed. E-362 notes these scorpions are often found in attics, and that during hot spells they move down into living areas to get away from attic heat.
AgriLife's Bexar County entomologist added in 2023 that scorpions come in looking for water and cooler air, slipping under doors and through small cracks. That's true for an apartment door in 78257 as much as for a garage door in 78255.
A weekend sealing and cleanup list #
From AgriLife's E-362:
- Move firewood, boards, bricks and stones away from the walls, and bring firewood inside only to burn it.
- Raise trash cans off the ground and mow close to the house.
- Trim branches that touch the roof.
- Weather-strip doors and windows; repair screens.
- Fill weep holes with copper mesh, a nylon scrubbing pad or screen wire. Skip steel wool; it rusts and stains.
- Seal gaps at eaves, pipes and cracks.
Then go out after dark with a UV light to see where they are, and set sticky traps along those paths. Never pick one up or keep one as a pet.
What a sting means #
AgriLife's B-6118 says none of Texas's scorpions are considered deadly. Expect sharp, immediate pain and swelling that can hang on for days; most people have only a moderate reaction. Use an ice pack, but the CDC says not to put the sting in ice water. Watch the person closely. Trouble breathing, hives, or pain and swelling that won't settle need medical care right away. Young children and anyone allergic to the venom deserve extra caution. The Poison Center number is 1-800-222-1222.
How Pest Trappers handles scorpions in Leon Springs and The Dominion #
The technician starts outside: rock and wood near the foundation, weep holes, door sweeps, roofline gaps and branches. Inside, the attic and garage get a look. You'll hear what was found, which fixes are yours to make, and the treatment options, and any product goes on according to its label. Pest Trappers LLC (TPCL #0887549) is family-owned, with Travis Lambert as certified applicator. Pricing comes after the inspection, and the office sets the appointment time with you. Our striped bark scorpion guide has more detail, and the area overview for Leon Springs and The Dominion covers other local pests, including the giant redheaded centipede.