How do scorpions enter the country
The scorpions that have been reported recently are
We believe that they have entered the country from Brazil and China, and have come in via tiles and packages delivered abroad, although this can not be confirmed. Most scorpions are harmful enough to give you a bad sting which could make you feel unwell for a couple of days, however the majority would not be serious enough to cause death, with the exception of a young child or vulnerable adult.
Scorpions by nature are very shy and secretive, and usually end up entering the country by mistake as they have hidden inside of a dark object such a shoe box, piece of clothing or box of items that are being shipped in to the country. Many do not survive the journey due to the length of time they are in storage, or due to cold conditions. They are not usually not aggressive and will only sting if they feel threatened or in danger.
