Yes, there are critters in Texas. This humorous Venomous Critters FAQ just came in handy — I learned that I should take my hand out of the ice water it had been soaking in for 15 minutes to ease the intensity of my scorpion sting. Sure enough, it's feeling much better now that it's thawed. Next time I need to kill a scorpion in the bathtub I'll use paper tower instead of toilet paper! Live and learn....