Small Critters in Arizona

Arizona is home to a wide variety of small critters that can be seen throughout the state. From lizards and snakes to spiders, scorpions, and tarantulas, Arizona is full of diverse and fascinating creatures. These animals come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, and can be found in both urban and rural areas. Many of these animals are harmless and are often seen as a part of the unique landscape of the desert. However, some of these critters can be dangerous and should be respected and respected. With a little knowledge and respect, you can learn to appreciate, observe, and safely coexist with these amazing small critters.

Arizona's Top 20 Critters

The following is the Top 20 list of critters you are most likely going to come across, either in your home or while out in doing any type of recreation in the state.

Name of Critter		Habitat/Location
Gila Monster		Southwest deserts
Desert Horned Lizard		Southwestern deserts
Collared Lizard		Southwestern deserts
Western Banded Gecko		Deserts and arid regions
Chuckwalla		Dry, rocky areas
Tarantula		Deserts and arid regions
Desert Centipede		Deserts and arid regions
Desert Hairy Scorpion		Deserts and arid regions
Sonoran Desert Toad		Southwest deserts
Four-Lined Skink		Rocky areas and woodlands
Side-Blotched Lizard		Deserts and arid regions
Mojave Rattlesnake		Southwest deserts
Western Diamondback Rattlesnake		Dry, rocky areas
Long-Nosed Snake		Deserts and arid regions
Western Whiptail		Deserts and arid regions
Greater Short-Horned Lizard		Southwest deserts
Ladder-Backed Woodpecker		Southwestern deserts
Gambel's Quail		Dry, rocky areas
Harris's Antelope Squirrel		Southwest deserts
Round-Tailed Ground Squirrel		Southwestern deserts
Lesser Long-Nosed Bat		Southwest deserts

Sponsored By

---

Go to Section: