What is the most common scorpion found in sc?

* Striped Bark Scorpion (_Centruroides vittatus_)

* Found in the Piedmont and Sandhills regions of South Carolina

* Most venomous scorpion in the state

* Stings can cause pain, numbness, and tingling, but are rarely fatal

* Southern Devil Scorpion (_Vaejovis carolinianus_)

* Found in the coastal plain and Piedmont regions of South Carolina

* Not as venomous as the striped bark scorpion, but stings can still cause pain and discomfort

* Lesser Devil Scorpion (_Vaejovis carolinianus minor_)

* Found in the upper Piedmont and mountain regions of South Carolina

* Least venomous of the three common scorpions found in the state

* Stings can cause mild pain and irritation