Scorpions are a reality in Arizona, just like Black Widow Spiders. I used to get them in my apartment in Tempe, but never in Phoenix, though they are reported in the North Mountain area. I have never seen a rattlesnake in my neighborhood either, but they are out there, there is no doubt. But of all the things to worry about in Arizona, the heat itself is the deadliest. Life is tough.
Rented a house and inside of a garage wall cavity were 15 baby rattlers. ...one morning I found momma on the front porch keeping my daily newspaper warm......always keep alert.