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Scorpions may enter through door gaps or cracks while seeking shelter and prey. They are usually active at night and hide in sheltered places by day. Reducing entry points and piles of stones, wood or belongings is the first step.
Last updated: 7 October 2026
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Scorpion stings can be medically significant. Call 112 in Türkiye for medical help without delay. Do not postpone assessment for children, older people or anyone with severe or widespread symptoms. Do not attempt home treatment or apply a pest-control product to the person or sting.
Scorpions are arachnids, not insects. Their pincers, separate from the walking legs, and segmented tails are distinctive. Do not judge the seriousness of a sting by colour or size alone.
They seek shelter and prey. Stone, wood and clutter piles can provide hiding places; low openings allow entry into buildings.
No. Scorpions are usually active at night and hide by day. Check entry points and sheltered piles regularly.
Do not catch it with bare hands. Keep children and pets away and seek expert help for safe removal when needed. Do not mix chemicals indiscriminately.
Seal door gaps, pipe openings and wall cracks; check insect screens.
Avoid piles of stones, wood or unused belongings near the building.
Check shoes and clothing left outside or on the floor before use.
Do not reach into hiding places with bare hands; take care when cleaning and organising.
Check that the label specifically lists scorpions. A general reference to pests does not establish suitability for this target.
For this target, choose only surfaces permitted by the label. Do not treat people, animals, food or textiles that directly contact the skin as application areas.
Compare the target-specific application method and any stated duration. Do not transfer instructions between products or assume unverified durations.
Especially when buying online, check the biocidal authorisation number and date, active ingredient and instructions on the back label.
Choose a scorpion treatment for the target pest and application area.
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Application to authorised surfaces where the target occurs.
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Apply to surfaces permitted by the label.
EXPLORE PRODUCT BUYThey may enter low openings, door gaps or cracks while seeking shelter and prey.
By day they may hide under stones or wood, in cracks and among sheltered objects. They are usually active at night.
Call 112 in Türkiye for medical help without delay. Do not attempt home treatment or apply pest-control products to the sting.
Do not use or mix chemicals indiscriminately. Keep people and animals away and seek expert help for safe removal when needed.
Killing Max Sprey is shown for use on permitted surfaces under its target-specific label instructions. It is not personal protection or treatment for scorpion stings.