Most of the Oakland snakes’ species are non-venomous. In the event that they do have poisons, the numbers of snakes that release venoms in their fangs are also limited. In fact, according to the studies, out of the 3,000 species of snakes, only 600 of them can be considered venomous. Nowadays, it is quite uncommon to hear someone who died from the toxins of the snake venom. However, it does not necessarily mean that it is not happening.



The Dangers and Problems of Snakebites
In case you don’t know how to distinguish a venomous bite from the non-venomous, it is always recommended to treat the bite as a venomous. Once you have been bitten by the snake, it is possible for the snake to immediately disappear. Some of the common symptoms of a venomous snakebite include numbness, salivating and sweating, blurred vision, nausea and vomiting, difficulty in breathing, redness, and swelling. Here are the symptoms and dangers of the snakebites of specific species.

Rattlesnake
It is fairly easy even for those who lack the experience to identify rattlesnakes. Most of them will have ring in their tail. This will shake when the snake feels coerced or threatened. Once the snake creates their rattling sound, you should maintain a safe distance from the creature. In the entire family of venomous snake, this creature is the biggest. Most of the venomous snakebites that happen in the US are attributed to rattlesnake. Symptoms of being bitten by the rattlesnake include muscle weakness, fatigue, thirst, declining blood pressure, and severe pain.

Cottonmouths
Cottonmouths also known as water moccasins belong in the family of pit viper. Cottonmouth can grow to at least 50-55 inches. The adult snakes have that dark spots with black or dark brown cross bands. The younger ones have the orange or brown cross band. These snakes can be found in the south-eastern section of the US and they mostly dwell near the bodies of water. The symptoms of their bite have a similarity with the bite of the copperhead. You may experience weakness, lower blood pressure, shock, noticeable change in our skin, and an unbearable pain.

Copperhead
The Oakland copperhead has that gold or reddish color. Their bands have that peculiar hourglass shape and they can grow to up to 36 inches. They mostly reside on rivers, rocky areas, and forests in the eastern region of Texas. They do not have an aggressive nature and will only launch an attack if you accidentally step on them. Symptoms of their bite are generally similar with cottonmouths. In case you have been bitten by a snake, it is essential to seek for an immediate treatment as soon as it is possible. Take note on the time of the bite, and take a picture of the snake. Most California snake bites are due to the carelessness of some people in dealing with the snake infestation on their own. Be sure to wear protective gears if you do not want to seek the help of the expert.

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