Originally Posted by
DropBarFan
I read that Oz has scorpions too...not as dangerous as some snakes but would be pretty creepy to wake up to. Locally in Wash DC area it's not uncommon to see harmless little black snakes sunning themselves on warm bike paths; occasionally panicking pedestrians. Venomous Copperhead snakes are the only dangerous local variety though apparently rare.
Heh, I read your nick as "Drop Bear Fan" at first… I haven't had my morning cup of tea yet. ;-)
Yes, seen a few scorpions. It's a bit disconcerting when you put your hand on a vertical rock face to steady yourself when bushwalking, the rock you put your hand on comes away to reveal a scorpion underneath. Doesn't happen often but it has happened.