SNAKE

Signs of snake appearance

Following are some hardly detectable signs showing that a snake has appeared that you should know:

• Typically, gardens that have large areas for wild animals will have snakes.
• Snake’s skin – Some snakes strut off their skin after hibernation.
• Winding traces on sandy or soil surface.

Where you can find snakes

• Living environment of reptiles – Conservation parks, including grass fields, rock tops, large land slots, deserted areas, or highways that have a lot of bushes.
• Bushes, ponds, tall grass areas, and shrubs
• Sunny areas with large flora coverage and numerous hideouts.
• Gardens, parks, or other grassy areas.
• Reptiles often retreat to find shelters if detected by humans or pets.

Poisonous snake bites

The toxicity and level of harm of venom vary, depending on the types of snakes.

Ways to provide first aid on snake bites also differ, highlighting the importance of understanding each type of snake and its venom. Determining snakebite treatment is dependent on whether the venom is cytotoxic, haemotoxic, or neurotoxic. Wrong treatment not only does not bring any benefits but can also be life-threatening.

• CYTOTOXIC – An agent or process that is being toxic to cells and prevent cell functions or kill cells.
• HAEMOTOXIC – An agent or process that kills haemoglobins and preventing blood clotting, leading to internal and external bleeding.
• NEUROTOXIC – An agent or process that destroy or kill nerves or neural tissues.

To prevent snakes from sneaking into your living space

To prevent snakes, you can:

• Frequently clear dwarf trees and shrubs
• Remove rocks, debris, scattered wood logs or wood piles
• Fill holes where snakes can hide such as under the tents, patios and wall partitions.
• Fit fences or walls tightly around ponds can be a good preventive measure.
• If the snake you saw makes your pets run away, immediately call professional pest controllers to eliminate it.
• Sometimes snakes can be found in gardens, yards, or warehouses. They can be escapees or accidentally get into goods.