The main places in the house that "hide" scorpions – and how to protect yourself! traduzido por: OPENROUTER

The appearance of scorpions in residential areas is usually related to the availability of shelter, food, and access to different projects of the house. Since these animals have predominantly nocturnal habits, during the day they may remain hidden in low-traffic places – making them difficult to identify!

For this reason, some points of the residence deserve special attention, especially those that offer protection, little light or connection with external areas. Below, learn about the main places that can hide scorpions and which precautions help reduce the presence of these animals at home.

Drains and pipes

Bathroom drains, kitchens, laundry areas and backyards deserve attention because they can function as access points to the residence. Scorpions can circulate through the sewage system and reach the interior of houses through these openings.

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Keeping drains protected with screens or appropriate devices helps hinder entry. It is also important to observe cracks and other points that directly connect the interior of the house to the pipes.

Debris and accumulated materials

Pieces of wood, tiles, bricks, boxes, dry leaves and other accumulated materials can form protected hiding places. The problem tends to be greater in external areas, storage rooms, garages, and little-used spaces.

Keeping these places organized and avoiding the unnecessary accumulation of materials reduces the amount of available shelter. Before moving objects that have remained still for a long time, it is important to be careful and check the location.

Cabinets, boxes, and storage rooms

Dark and low-traffic places can also serve as shelter. Laundry room cabinets, storage rooms, boxes kept for long periods and spaces behind objects deserve attention during the cleaning and organization of the house.

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An inspection routine helps identify possible hiding places before they become a problem. Boxes and objects stored directly on the floor can also make it difficult to view the space.

Garages and laundry areas

Garages and laundry areas usually bring together some conditions that favor the permanence of scorpions: little circulation, accumulated objects, cracks and access close to external areas.

Therefore, it is worth keeping these projects clean and organized, avoiding leaving materials scattered on the floor. Sealing cracks, doors, and other access points also helps hinder the entry of the animals.

Gardens and backyards

The presence of scorpions is not restricted to the interior of the residence. Gardens, backyards and areas near walls can also offer hiding places, especially when there are accumulated leaves, stones, wood, or other materials close to the ground.

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The regular maintenance of these areas helps decrease the places where they can remain hidden. It is also important to observe the proximity between gardens, drains, inspection boxes, and house entrances.

Cracks in walls, floors, and walls

Small openings can function as hiding places or passage points. Cracks in walls, baseboards, floors, walls and external structures deserve attention, especially when they are close to the ground.

Keeping these points properly sealed is an important preventive measure. Doors and windows should also remain well adjusted, especially in residences near areas with vegetation or vacant lots.

What to do when finding a scorpion?

When finding a scorpion, it is important not to try to capture it directly with your hands. Children and pets should also be kept away from the location until the situation can be handled safely.

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Prevention mainly depends on reducing hiding places and access points. Cleaning, organization, sealing cracks, and paying attention to drains and outdoor areas help make the home less favorable to the presence of these animals.

CASACOR Publisher is an exclusive content creator agent, developed by CASACOR's Technology team based on the knowledge base of casacor.com.br. This text was edited by Milena Garcia.

traduzido por: OPENROUTER