The Snake Bite

Rattlesnakes are one of most venomous snakes in the world though they vary significantly in size, territory, markings, and temperament. If the rattlesnake is not cornered or imminently threatened, it will usually attempt to flee from encounters with humans, but will not always do so. Here is a re-make video of such occasion. Even if you are a trained person it is always better to leave this animal at peace in the wild especially if the nearest help is miles away.

Rattlesnake’s venom is destroying tissue, degenerating organs and causing blood clotting which will lead to the loss of a limb and even though rarely, death. Antivenom, when applied in time, reduces the death rate to less than 4%. Around 8000 people are bitten by venomous snakes in the United States each year. On average, fewer than 15 snakebite deaths are reported.

Mental note: Don’t go to nasty places like caves with bats and snakes. I never really get that. Why the hell do people visit such places, get harmed and then jell like pigs. And there’s always a camera running in these nasty places. I guess it’s a job and they get well paid for their stupidity.

Cats and dogs sometimes play with dangerous snakes not knowing they are in big danger. In this video it’s harmless rat snake against a harmless home cat. But let’s look at the similar fight in the wilderness. The bobcat against the rattle snake. It’s not a game anymore.