How to Assess Snakebites
Most snakes are not poisonous and only bite if provoked. Even when venomous snakes do bite, they often don't inject venom. Find out in advance if the wilderness area you plan to visit is likely to be populated by venomous snakes, and if so, which ... [... more]
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How to Treat a Snakebite
The vast majority of snakebites in the United States are from nonpoisonous snakes. Determine if the snake may be poisonous. Most poisonous snakes in the United States have certain physical characteristics: a triangular-shaped head, slit-like eyes ... [... more]
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How to Recognize a North American Poisonous Snake
You are working in your backyard when suddenly you happen upon a snake curled up and hissing. Would you know what type of snake it was but more importantly, whether it was poisonous or not? This article will arm you with that information. Read on ... [... more]
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How to Avoid Poisonous Snakes
Most people fear snakes because of the unknown. Will it hurt you? Is it poisonous? What do you do if you're bitten? There are some easy steps to take to avoid poisonous snakes. Sleep in a cleared area when camping. Do not sleep near tall grass, ... [... more]
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How to Identify a Rattlesnake
Contrary to popular opinion, rattlesnakes are found in nearly every state in the United States, Southern Canada and South American countries. Although rattlesnake bites are fairly common, only about 12 percent of those bitten actually die from ... [... more]
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How to Treat a Venomous Snake Bite
Every state but Maine, Alaska and Hawaii is home to at least one of 20 domestic poisonous snake species. People who camp, hike, picnic, or live in snake-inhabited areas should be aware of some basic first aid. If you have a mobile phone and have ... [... more]
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How to Treat Mosquito Bites on a Baby
Babies are so sensitive to any chemical, and their little skin can swell badly with a mosquito bite! Here are some non-chemical ways to treat a mosquito or no-see-um bite on your little one. Don't know what plantain looks like? It is a very ... [... more]
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How to Spot a Cottonmouth Snake
The Cottonmouth is the only poisonous water snake found in North America. It is a pit viper and senses movement with its pit in between its eyes. The Cottonmouth snake is found in three subspecies. The Western Cottonmouth, the Eastern ... [... more]
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How to Treat a Rattlesnake Bite
Rattlesnake bites are the most common poisonous snake bites in the United States. Almost all of the United States has rattlesnakes, so everyone should know how to treat a rattlesnake bite. There are definite dos and don'ts to dealing with ... [... more]
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How to Identify a Cottonmouth Moccasin
When traveling in the southern states it is important to be able to identify the venomous snakes, and to differentiate between them and common water snakes. The Cottonmouth Moccasin is a dangerous snake and can be found throughout Florida, ... [... more]
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How to Spot a Copperhead Snake
The Copperhead snake accounts for the most venomous snake bites in the United States. The bites are dangerous but not life threatening in healthy adults. Medical attention saves many lives when dealing with a bite. The copperhead's name is ... [... more]
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How to Spot a Coral Snake
The coral snake is a relative of the Indian Cobra. It is the most venomous snake in the United Snake, but only makes up for a small portion of snake bites. The coral snake comes in two variations. The Arizona Coral and the Texas Coral (Western ... [... more]
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