Scorpions in the Ardèche

Scorpions in the Ardèche

This video on scorpions in the Ardèche was produced by Mas de la Fontenette, a 4-star Gites de France gite with swimming pool, wellness area (sauna, jacuzzi, etc.) and Mediterranean garden, in the Gorges de l’Ardèche. The property’s wooded grounds cover 2.5 hectares.

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Scorpions in France

Widespread throughout the south of France, particularly in the Ardèche, but also in Italy and Spain, the scorpion commonly known as the “yellow-legged scorpion” is also beginning to extend its territory to the north of France. It can even be found in the UK.

Scorpions in the Ardèche

The adult is between 3 and 4 cm long. The scorpion is active in summer and at night. The rest of the time it remains hidden under stones or in crevices. However, some scorpions prefer to live in houses.

This scorpion is not very venomous, or even harmless, and very rarely uses its stinger. The sting is similar to a bee sting. Very fearful, the scorpion always prefers to dodge. So, apart from a few scares, there is absolutely no risk with this type of endemic insect.

Scorpion activity in the Ardèche

Its activity is mainly nocturnal. It is a predator that ambushes and hunts from the lookout. Its prey are mainly woodlice, but it will not disdain other insects! It feeds only on live prey, which it holds firmly between its claws. It uses its venom sparingly, taking two weeks to replenish its supply.

Mas de la Fontenette in the Ardèche gorges

If you’re looking for a magnificent gite with swimming pool in the Ardèche (Ardèche Gorges), we recommend Mas de la Fontenette. This is a 4-star Gites de France gite with swimming pool, wellness area (sauna, jacuzzi, etc.) and Mediterranean garden. The property’s wooded grounds cover 2.5 hectares.

The swimming pool at Mas de la Fontenette in Ardèche
The swimming pool at Mas de la Fontenette in Ardèche
The swimming pool at Mas de la Fontenette in Ardèche
The swimming pool at Mas de la Fontenette in Ardèche
Sunset over the swimming pool at Mas de la Fontenette
Sunset over the swimming pool at Mas de la Fontenette