While it helps emergency personnel if you can identify the type of rattlesnake involved, this is not mandatory, Sleboda says. A person who has been bitten should not waste time and energy chasing the snake, but should seek medical help immediately. She explains that while anti-venin can be a lifesaver, it is a serious potion that must only be administered when a snakebite has occurred. At the hospital, a snakebite victim's vital signs will be monitored, and a decision on whether or not to administer anti-venin will be made based on the nature of the bite. Some bites inject little or no venom, Dr. Moeller explains.
Snakes are a small part of the ecosystem surrounding Dryden.
With a little caution and prudence, Dryden employees and visitors can take steps to minimize any unpleasant encounters with the venomous varieties.