Snake Bite
Snakes are prevalent throughout Washington State. Venomous snakes in the wild are limited to Eastern Washington.
How toxic is it?
Venomous Bites (Western Rattle snake)
Symptoms:
- Venom causes severe swelling, pain, and venom can inhibit the body’s ability to form blood clots.
Non-Venomous Bites (most Washington snakes besides rattlesnake )
Symptoms:
- Bite are treated as puncture wounds and while somewhat painful should not cause swelling or systemic symptoms
Common brands & formats
Common species
- Western Rattlesnake
- Garter snake