Snake!

[Firehaus]

Also if they know you got bit by a small rattlesnake they know it is a lot more serious then a big one.

This is important to realize. The potency of the venom is higher in hatchlings. Also, if the animal has just ate it reduces the amount of venom available to inject in to you.

Also knowing the difference between a milk snake and a coral snake could save you a lot of panic or let you know your pretty much dead. Jk, kind of...

[TheGrey]

It's also helpful to wear appropriate protective gear when you're walking in snake country. Tall boots (such as cowboy boots, or higher boots made with thick leather) and heavy pantlegs (denim) can help to decrease the chance of the snake actually reaching your skin.

[Irving]

I JUST bought that kind of snake bite kit TODAY at the store. For more than in the article. Oh well.

[Gcompact30]

[whichfinger]

i wonder if the doctor from the original story would disagree with that helpful wikiipedia article? Next time i'm in for a procedure, i'll be sure to check if my doc is up on what wikipedia has to say about it.

The "helpful wikipedia article" includes references to relevant studies, but I understand how the concept of hyperlinks can be confusing.

[00tec]

The "helpful wikipedia article" includes references to relevant studies, but I understand how the concept of hyperlinks can be confusing

The article says suction AFTER 3 minutes is ineffective. I doubt the guy who got hit by the snake waited very long to whip out his little toolbox of tricks.

[TheGrey]

I've been poking around just to see what sort of equipment is available for people that frequent snake country. I never realized there were so many items- nor did I realise there were actual "snake hunters". This item, for instance: http://www.gandermountain.com/modper...D=GSHOP_421820

It makes perfect sense to have something like this.

[funkymonkey1111]

The "helpful wikipedia article" includes references to relevant studies, but I understand how the concept of hyperlinks can be confusing.

Nearly as confusing as jackasses that would rely on wikipedia

[Wulf202]

This is important to realize. The potency of the venom is higher in hatchlings. Also, if the animal has just ate it reduces the amount of venom available to inject in to you.

Also knowing the difference between a milk snake and a coral snake could save you a lot of panic or let you know your pretty much dead. Jk, kind of...

Incorrect reason why the hatchlings are more dangerous. Young snakes dump ALL the venom they have, an adult snake will give you enough to kill 10 mice, or just a few drops. The young snake will dump everything on every bite until it figures out how to deliver doses.

[Firehaus]

Learn something new everyday. Been awhile since I was around hot snakes all the time.

http://www.livingalongsidewildlife.c...nakes.html?m=1