This is just a friendly reminder that rattlesnakes are out in the local open space. The hot weather will have them looking for shelter and water, so use caution if you’re hiking or biking, and always stay on trails.
In the event of a rattlesnake bite, call 911 immediately. If alone and unable to make a phone call, walk slowly to the nearest area where someone can help make the call.
Lie down to help stay calm, and avoid elevating the affected limb. Keep it below the heart. Sucking out the venom or using a tourniquet to keep it from circulating in the body is not recommended.
Rattlesnake bites are typically associated with two puncture wounds and intense burning pain. Other snakebites can be treated with soap and water, but patients should still seek medical assistance as soon as possible.
Officials say the snakes play an important ecological role in controlling pest populations and it’s illegal to kill them or take them home with you.
photos: Rattlesnake on a paved trail and under a bush in Lime Ridge open space near Boundary Oak golf course /
photo credit: WC Resident
Don’t get the jab!
Oh yes! More rattle snakes! Gonna go test my new Glock on a few!!🐍
In other words folks! Watch out for Liberal Moonbats.
Important ecological role or not, around my house they get killed. Medical costs for both humans and dogs are extremely high for snakebites.
“Officials say the snakes play an important ecological role in controlling pest populations and it’s illegal to kill them or take them home with you.”
It is not illegal to kill rattlesnakes in California:
http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn74119.html
LEGAL STATUS
The nine species of rattlesnakes found in California are not considered endangered or threatened. California Department of Fish and Wildlife Code classifies rattlesnakes as native reptiles. California residents can take most rattlesnake species on private lands in any legal manner without a license or permit, although a bag limit of two still applies. Additionally, the red diamond rattlesnake (C. ruber) is prohibited from being taken or killed by state wildlife regulation.
Salty here..
#SIGN. Long time. Have to agree with you. It is NOT ILLEGAL.
Salty OUT.
I’m sure our favorite lefty ANON will disagree though cuz he is an expert at everything.
Yes… all true… but you can’t kill ANY wildlife in National Parks, State Parks, Recreational Open Space, etc. Check regulations before you get in trouble.