These critters prefer warmth, but not scorching heat. They thrive in temperatures between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit—which is basically the same range humans like. Creepy coincidence? Maybe. They also love humidity, especially in basements or bathrooms that don’t get much light.
Come winter, they don’t freeze; they just slow down, hiding in cracks or under wallpaper. Think of them as tiny couch potatoes that binge-hunt in the dark. And if your house gets too dry? They’ll move on, looking for a damper spot, like a hobo scorpion with a mission.
Wait, Are They in My Bedroom?
They can be, but it’s not likely unless you store books or papers under your bed. Book scorpions avoid open spaces and bright light—they’re the introverts of the arachnid world. You’ll find them in closets, behind picture frames, or even inside old lampshades.
Small creatures from the summer garden #10: Book scorpion with brood
I once found one in a stack of National Geographic magazines from 1982. It was so small it looked like a spec of dust with legs. And no, they don’t crawl into your ears at night—that’s just a myth. They’re too busy chasing booklice to bother with humans.
