Texas Game Warten Highlights Start of the snake season in Panhandle

Amarillo, Texas (KfDA) – When the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, the snake season begins.

This means that snakes are more often seen in warm, grassy, ​​forested areas and occasionally even in their own garden.

In the Wild West Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, a Texas Game Warten says that this season can be dangerous.

Sarah Vernsten says the snakes have always been there, but they will see them more.

“This is because they come out and try to warm themselves. The way they are on general rocky and concrete surfaces that hold the heat well. We will see them more there and they also become more active and feed more.

While most snakes are not suitable, it is important to stay aware and informed in order to avoid unwanted surprises.

Schlangendos and nothing

Experts share what you should do and what not if you come across a snake in this time of year.

DOS:

1. Stay calm and quiet (or slowly back):
   1. If the snake has not noticed, you can slowly return.
   2. If so, stop moving and waiting for it to withdraw, or step back carefully without sudden movements.
2. Keep a safe distance:
   1. Stay at least six meters away. Some snakes can occur up to half of their body length.
3. Identify yourself from afar (if possible):
   1. Poisons snake like rattling snakes typically have triangular heads, thick bodies and can rattle in front of the strike.
   2. Do not Approach to confirmation; Simply note properties from a distance.
4. Warn others:
   1. If you are in a park, a path or a public area, let others know.
5. Watch where you step:
   1. Be particularly careful in rocky, brushes or grassy areas. Use a walking stick to be ahead of hiking.
6. Call help if you are bitten:
   1. Get medical help immediately. Call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.
   2. Keep the affected person immobilized and or slightly under heart.

Nothing:

1. Don't try to handle or kill the snake:
   1. Most bites happen when people try to move or kill a snake.
   2. It is also illegal to kill some protected species in Texas.
2. Do not run or make sudden movements:
   1. Fast movements can provoke a defensive strike.
3. Do not turn your back on the snake:
   1. Slowly back as you keep your eyes on it.
4. Do not use hidden rooms:
   1. Avoid put your hands or feet in brush piles, rocky slices or high grass without looking first.
5. If bitten, not:
   1. Do not suck out poison, cut the wound or apply a tourniquet.
   2. Do not drink alcohol or caffeinewhat can accelerate the absorption of poison.

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