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Great Video! Ill add this as a herp person: In North America we have two main types of snake venom: Hemotoxic and Neurotoxic (rare myotoxins). Vipers (rattle snakes, copper heads, water m) have hemotoxic venom (with one exception, the Type A Mojave Green Rattlesnake, which has both hemotoxic and neurotoxic venom). Conversely, sea snakes and coral snakes have neurotoxic venom; these are called elapids and include cobras, kraits, sea snakes, mambas, etc...). Hemotoxic venom is a type of venom that targets and destroys red blood cells, disrupts blood clotting, and causes tissue damage and organ degeneration. This venom affects the circulatory system, leading to hemorrhaging, swelling, pain, and tissue death. The effects of hemotoxic venom can be severe, potentially resulting in permanent damage or even death if not treated promptly. If you're bitten by a viper, never restrict the blood flow to the bite area. Do what she suggested; never cut the wound or suck the venom out, these could cause serious complications. The rule of thumb; Time = Tissue Neurotoxic venom is a type of venom that affects the nervous system. It works by disrupting the normal function of nerve cells, leading to paralysis, muscle weakness, and respiratory failure. Neurotoxic venom can block nerve signals or overstimulate nerve cells, causing a range of symptoms from mild tingling to severe convulsions and death. Prompt medical treatment is crucial to counteract the effects of neurotoxic venom. In extreme circumstances, restricting the venom progression can save a life. Other venom types: Myotoxic venom is a type of venom that specifically targets muscle tissue. It causes muscle damage by breaking down muscle cells, leading to muscle pain, weakness, and degeneration. This type of venom can result in localized muscle destruction and can release muscle cell contents into the bloodstream, potentially causing kidney damage. Myotoxic venom is found in some snake species, including certain vipers and sea snakes, and requires prompt medical intervention to mitigate its harmful effects. Cytotoxic venom is a type of venom that targets and destroys cells at the site of envenomation. It causes severe local tissue damage, pain, swelling, and necrosis (tissue death). This venom disrupts cell membranes and cellular structures, leading to the destruction of affected cells. Cytotoxic venom is commonly found in certain snakes, such as some species of vipers and cobras, as well as in spiders like the brown recluse. Immediate medical treatment is essential to manage the local effects and prevent serious tissue damage. With all snakes, leave them alone. However, if bitten by a venomous species... GET TO THE HOSPITAL IMMEDIATELY!
I'm glad it helped! I was grateful I put this together, because I saw 6 snakes, including 2 rattlesnakes, on a recent trip, (see the second part of my trip to the South Yuba Trail ua-cam.com/video/qsXwoM-Ml1Q/v-deo.html), one of whom rattled at me! I was able to follow what I said in this video, and things went just fine. Hiking is the best!
Thanks for this. It is helpful information. I admittedly hike alone (my favorite) a lot less since I’ve moved from WA to NC. I am absolutely terrified of copperheads. Trying to learn in order to tame the fear.
It’s a reasonable fear! Nothing wrong with hiking alone- most of my hikes are alone, too. It just makes it that much more important to know what to do when faced with danger.
Great info! Looking for snakes is my thing. I'll add that getting educated about snakes in your area (or the area you're traveling to) can really help ease a lot of fear. I have a video on how to ID a venomous snake. Not trying to push my stuff here, promise. Short vid that goes along with the education piece. Nice job in this vid, you covered pretty much ALL of the points to cover.
Thank you! That’s awesome! It’s definitely interesting stuff if you’re close enough to identify them. Thankfully here in California, it’s just rattlesnakes, so it’s reasonably easy to ID them (or sometimes mistake a gopher snake for one). But in other places, I would need more help with identification. I’ll have to check it out!
Going camping in July. I live in Southern California and heading to Lake Arrowhead. I absolutely hate snakes! What is the best way to keep them out of my campsite other than keeping a fire going for the smoke. What if we are just sitting in our camping chairs enjoying a cold beer during the hot day? Would a snake approach us?
Thankfully, they really don’t want to approach people. I’ve never had one come into my camp, but keep your tent zipped up when you’re not going in or out. Also, avoid dropping even crumbs on the ground, as they attract rodents, and snakes eat rodents. Have fun at Lake Arrowhead!
If I come across a snake in my campsite parameter and I have a long machete blade, could I cut off the snake’s head? I mean a dead snake would reduce anxiety/fear/panic for the whole family at night around camp.
Unfortunately, doing so would put you at a high risk for being bitten. Snakes also eat rodents and other problem critters in your site that can be drawn in from crumbs and other stuff dropped on the ground. The cleaner you can keep your camp the better.
Thought I'd double-check my what-to-dos after a rattle snake crossed my path (hiking) in SoCal yesterday... When I first saw it, it was stretched out long, then it saw me and coiled to attack, rattling the whole time. I backed away... Stomping didn't help. I thought to throw small rocks near it to scare it away, it didn't budge. (Obviously, I didn't want to hurt it in any way, and didn't hurt it.) We ended up having to go around, off trail, through taller grasses... Thankfully, it didn't have any friends in the area. 🐍 Anyhow, thanks for the helpful video!
Good to know. I remember my parents telling me to cut the snake bite if ever get one (they used to sell tools to do this even) back in the day but glad to know this isn’t what you do now lol
Yikes! Recommendations have certainly changed over the years, and if you’re outside the US, the recommendations based on the local venomous snakes may be different. Tourniquets used to be recommended as well, and we’ve moved away from that. Same with snake bite kits. But many don’t know, which is why it’s important to get the info out there! Thank you, Lucy!
Thank you for NOT showing snakes! They are a big fear of mine and I am trying to move past it so information without pictures is where I'm at right now! Hiking in AZ so this fear needs to be gone!
I had a feeling some people would not want to see snakes on this one! I hope you find your peace with them. I actually had a rattlesnake encounter right after I made this one (I have a Short of it, and it's on my South Yuba River trip if you're curious), and I was grateful I'd JUST brushed up on what to do!
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Great Video!
Ill add this as a herp person:
In North America we have two main types of snake venom: Hemotoxic and Neurotoxic (rare myotoxins). Vipers (rattle snakes, copper heads, water m) have hemotoxic venom (with one exception, the Type A Mojave Green Rattlesnake, which has both hemotoxic and neurotoxic venom). Conversely, sea snakes and coral snakes have neurotoxic venom; these are called elapids and include cobras, kraits, sea snakes, mambas, etc...).
Hemotoxic venom is a type of venom that targets and destroys red blood cells, disrupts blood clotting, and causes tissue damage and organ degeneration. This venom affects the circulatory system, leading to hemorrhaging, swelling, pain, and tissue death. The effects of hemotoxic venom can be severe, potentially resulting in permanent damage or even death if not treated promptly. If you're bitten by a viper, never restrict the blood flow to the bite area. Do what she suggested; never cut the wound or suck the venom out, these could cause serious complications. The rule of thumb; Time = Tissue
Neurotoxic venom is a type of venom that affects the nervous system. It works by disrupting the normal function of nerve cells, leading to paralysis, muscle weakness, and respiratory failure. Neurotoxic venom can block nerve signals or overstimulate nerve cells, causing a range of symptoms from mild tingling to severe convulsions and death. Prompt medical treatment is crucial to counteract the effects of neurotoxic venom. In extreme circumstances, restricting the venom progression can save a life.
Other venom types:
Myotoxic venom is a type of venom that specifically targets muscle tissue. It causes muscle damage by breaking down muscle cells, leading to muscle pain, weakness, and degeneration. This type of venom can result in localized muscle destruction and can release muscle cell contents into the bloodstream, potentially causing kidney damage. Myotoxic venom is found in some snake species, including certain vipers and sea snakes, and requires prompt medical intervention to mitigate its harmful effects.
Cytotoxic venom is a type of venom that targets and destroys cells at the site of envenomation. It causes severe local tissue damage, pain, swelling, and necrosis (tissue death). This venom disrupts cell membranes and cellular structures, leading to the destruction of affected cells. Cytotoxic venom is commonly found in certain snakes, such as some species of vipers and cobras, as well as in spiders like the brown recluse. Immediate medical treatment is essential to manage the local effects and prevent serious tissue damage.
With all snakes, leave them alone. However, if bitten by a venomous species... GET TO THE HOSPITAL IMMEDIATELY!
Wow, this is really great information! Thank you for taking the time to share this!
Props to you for all the interruptions and still filming an awesome and informative video.
Thank you! I generally try to find a quieter setting, but sometimes on a nice Saturday, it's tough to find!
Super helpful, I’m so scared of snakes and want to get into hiking! Thanks for the great video, I feel slightly calmer
I'm glad it helped! I was grateful I put this together, because I saw 6 snakes, including 2 rattlesnakes, on a recent trip, (see the second part of my trip to the South Yuba Trail ua-cam.com/video/qsXwoM-Ml1Q/v-deo.html), one of whom rattled at me! I was able to follow what I said in this video, and things went just fine. Hiking is the best!
@@WanderingSwitchback I will have to watch it later! Excited to watch some of your other videos too😁
Sincere thanks for sharing this informative video. All the best to you. Stay safe out there. 🤗 👋
Thank you so much, Ronald! Stay safe as well!
Thanks AGAIN, for this informative video. I always learn so much from them.
I really appreciate your support, Debbie!
OMG your thumbnails are always so fun! ~RVA~
Haha, thank you! I had a few ideas, but that seemed the most "attention-grabbing" 😉 I hope you're doing okay!
Thanks for this. It is helpful information. I admittedly hike alone (my favorite) a lot less since I’ve moved from WA to NC. I am absolutely terrified of copperheads. Trying to learn in order to tame the fear.
It’s a reasonable fear! Nothing wrong with hiking alone- most of my hikes are alone, too. It just makes it that much more important to know what to do when faced with danger.
Great info! Looking for snakes is my thing. I'll add that getting educated about snakes in your area (or the area you're traveling to) can really help ease a lot of fear. I have a video on how to ID a venomous snake. Not trying to push my stuff here, promise. Short vid that goes along with the education piece. Nice job in this vid, you covered pretty much ALL of the points to cover.
Thank you! That’s awesome! It’s definitely interesting stuff if you’re close enough to identify them. Thankfully here in California, it’s just rattlesnakes, so it’s reasonably easy to ID them (or sometimes mistake a gopher snake for one). But in other places, I would need more help with identification. I’ll have to check it out!
Great video! very informative.
Thank you so much, Rhonda!
This was helpful. Thank you :)
I’m glad to hear it, Kit! Stay safe out there!
Great idea for a video! I learned that I know virtually NOTHING on this topic! 😀
I learned a ton making it. It was a topic someone requested!
Going camping in July. I live in Southern California and heading to Lake Arrowhead. I absolutely hate snakes! What is the best way to keep them out of my campsite other than keeping a fire going for the smoke.
What if we are just sitting in our camping chairs enjoying a cold beer during the hot day? Would a snake approach us?
Thankfully, they really don’t want to approach people. I’ve never had one come into my camp, but keep your tent zipped up when you’re not going in or out. Also, avoid dropping even crumbs on the ground, as they attract rodents, and snakes eat rodents. Have fun at Lake Arrowhead!
If I come across a snake in my campsite parameter and I have a long machete blade, could I cut off the snake’s head? I mean a dead snake would reduce anxiety/fear/panic for the whole family at night around camp.
Unfortunately, doing so would put you at a high risk for being bitten. Snakes also eat rodents and other problem critters in your site that can be drawn in from crumbs and other stuff dropped on the ground. The cleaner you can keep your camp the better.
Thought I'd double-check my what-to-dos after a rattle snake crossed my path (hiking) in SoCal yesterday... When I first saw it, it was stretched out long, then it saw me and coiled to attack, rattling the whole time. I backed away... Stomping didn't help. I thought to throw small rocks near it to scare it away, it didn't budge. (Obviously, I didn't want to hurt it in any way, and didn't hurt it.) We ended up having to go around, off trail, through taller grasses... Thankfully, it didn't have any friends in the area. 🐍 Anyhow, thanks for the helpful video!
Yikes! I'm glad you got out of there safely! It's a heart-pounding experience for sure!
@@WanderingSwitchback Well, thanks to the snake, I now subscribe to your videos. 😀
Welcome aboard! ❤
Good to know. I remember my parents telling me to cut the snake bite if ever get one (they used to sell tools to do this even) back in the day but glad to know this isn’t what you do now lol
Yikes! Recommendations have certainly changed over the years, and if you’re outside the US, the recommendations based on the local venomous snakes may be different. Tourniquets used to be recommended as well, and we’ve moved away from that. Same with snake bite kits. But many don’t know, which is why it’s important to get the info out there! Thank you, Lucy!
Very informative! Thank you. I hate snakes😬😬
Thank you, Wendy! Hopefully you can avoid any bad run-ins with them!
Thank you for NOT showing snakes! They are a big fear of mine and I am trying to move past it so information without pictures is where I'm at right now! Hiking in AZ so this fear needs to be gone!
I had a feeling some people would not want to see snakes on this one! I hope you find your peace with them. I actually had a rattlesnake encounter right after I made this one (I have a Short of it, and it's on my South Yuba River trip if you're curious), and I was grateful I'd JUST brushed up on what to do!
Hello sis🙏 I like this
Thank you so much!🙂
@@WanderingSwitchback 🙏🙏🙏