date:Mar 15, 2013
when she called us, although she had managed to contain the scorpion in a jar.
Desert hairy scorpions aren't deadly but if bitten the pain could vary from that of a bee-sting to intense inflammation and sickness.
They're native to North America so it's likely this scorpion has come over to Scotland with the bananas.
She said the creature was probably quite young as it was only just bigger than a 50 pence piece.
Adults can reach up to six inches in length.
Ms Smith added: We're hopeful we'll