This genetic trick gives woodrats an evolutionary advantage against rattlesnake venom

Woodrats weigh less than half a pound but can survive venomous rattlesnake bites that would hospitalize, or even kill, a full ...
The University of Texas at Arlington

Rare rattlesnake discovery lands at UTA

The first documented Western Diamondback from Denton County joins UTA’s ARDRC, filling a key gap in Texas records ...
NPR

Lessons from rattlesnake class in the American Southwest

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — In a Phoenix-area venomous snake training course, the first thing students learn is that basically everything they thought they knew about rattlesnakes is a myth. For starters, ...
Healthline

Rattlesnake Bite

Rattlesnake bites are a medical emergency and can be fatal if left untreated. Seek help within half an hour. Left untreated, it can lead to organ failure and death in two to three days. The venom from ...
Los Angeles Times

4 life-saving tips for when you spot a rattlesnake on the trail

That’s our code for danger. Bob and I hike a lot together, and she frequently rejoices on the trail, like when she sees a butterfly, a lizard or a neat plant. And it always scares me. I hear her and ...
The Desert Sun

Here's the most venomous snake in California. And what to do if you are bitten

Snake bites are most common between April and October, and immediate medical attention is crucial if bitten. The survival rate of rattlesnake bites is high with proper treatment, but avoiding snakes ...
People

Woman, 55, Says Her Skin Went 'Neon Yellow' After Rattlesnake Bite in Front Yard: 'My Entire Body Started to Spasm'

Tracey Goodman was gardening in her home in Alpine, Calif. on Friday, May 9, when the incident happened ABC 10 News/Youtube A woman in California is recovering from a nasty snake surprise! On Friday, ...