As summer approaches in Northern California, hiking trails are becoming popular among residents. However, a rattlesnake advisory has been issued by East Bay Regional Parks, highlighting the need for awareness and caution regarding Northern Pacific Rattlesnakes. Vacaville's safety tips inform hikers about the risks, including the fact that most snakebites occur when the snakes feel threatened. With approximately 800 bites yearly in California, mostly between April and October, educational initiatives stress recognizing rattlesnake markings to differentiate them from harmless species.
Rattlesnakes, while generally not aggressive, strike when threatened or deliberately provoked, but given room, they will retreat.
Most snake bites occur when a rattlesnake is handled or accidentally touched by someone walking or climbing.
About 25 percent of rattlesnake bites inject no venom, known as 'dry' bites, but these still require medical attention.
Northern Pacific Rattlesnakes have similar markings to the harmless Pacific Gophersnake, making it important to know the differences.
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