Bark scorpion Bark scorpions are found in the Mojave Wasteland in 2281 . Background . Bark scorpions are a genus of native to the Mojave Wasteland , which , as their name implies , are mutated from North American . They are easily distinguishable from other species of radscorpion by their light , yellow - brown carapace and by their much smaller size compared to the common radscorpion . Despite being a type of radscorpion , they are not allied with their larger cousins and are frequently preyed upon by them . Characteristics . Biology . Bark scorpions differ from radscorpions not only in size and coloration , but in attack methodology . Where radscorpions typically engage a target the second they see it , bark scorpions tend to hang back and try to flank their prey if at all possible . In addition to this , is their tendency to jump short distances if they detect prey that has gotten too close in a hurry . They generally appear in groups of three or four , but can occasionally be found wandering alone . If encountered in numbers , they frequently try to surround their intended target . Bark scorpions are well camouflaged against much of the Mojave , making pinpointing their whereabouts quite difficult when at distance . Gameplay attributes . The scorpions themselves do not pose a significant threat , usually taking just a few hits to kill . However , they make up for it with their venom , which causes more damage over time , as well as blurred vision . Antivenom will negate the venom ' s effects . When one is stung by a bark scorpion , as with all poison , the game will alert them with a message that they are feeling " a little woozy . " Although their low Hit Points may indicate otherwise , bark scorpions can potentially be dangerous , even for mid - level player characters , if encountered in groups . This is due to the effect of venom stacking , which may lead to a rapid demise without the use of antivenom . However , large groups of the scorpions are rare ( especially at low levels ) , unless one is close to an area known to be inhabited by scorpions , such as Hidden Valley . Variants . Bark scorpion . The standard bark scorpion . They are slightly smaller than normal radscorpions and do a similar amount of damage . Bark scorpion hunter . Bark scorpion hunters are larger and more aggressive than the regular bark scorpions . They are generally found in the same areas as their smaller counterparts and the two varieties can be difficult to distinguish between , especially in the heat of combat . Locations . Bark scorpions are primarily found in the desert of the Mojave Wasteland outside of buildings and off the main roads . They are particularly common in and around Hidden Valley , scorpion gulch and Nipton . There are many bark scorpion hunters that spawn between Wolfhorn Ranch and the hidden supply cave , near the unmarked Vipers hideout . There are about four bark scorpions in a room at the El Rey Motel . The first bark scorpion that is normally encountered will most likely be on the road to Goodsprings Cemetery , during the quest By a Campfire on the Trail . One may also spawn outside the Prospector Saloon when fast travel ing to Goodsprings . They are also found scattered around Zion Canyon , often inside and around buildings . Appearances . Bark scorpions only appear in " " and its " Honest Hearts " .