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AZ Aviary - Diversity in the Desert indoor area

Diversity in the Desert - Arthropods


  • Sunburst Diving Beetle

  • Common Desert Centipede

  • Giant Vinegaroon

  • Southwestern Widow Spider

  • Arizona Walking Stick


*Animals on exhibit may change occasionally. List last updated 5/10/25

Identifying Features:

Click "Read More" or scroll down for pictures and more information on each species.

More Information:

Arizona Bark Scorpion

  • Arizona is home to more than 40 species of scorpions. The bark scorpion is the only one that is considered potentially dangerous to pets and humans.

  • The average size is 1 to 3 inches.

Sunburst Diving Beetle


Blue Death-Feigning Beetle


Arizona Bark Scorpion


Southwestern Widow Spider


Arizona Walking Stick


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