Snakes in rural Oklahoma? Advice needed.
Hi. I know very little about snakes and need some info & advice.
I recently moved to rural Oklahoma. I'm told that there are a lot of diamondbacks & copperheads out here. I've already seen one rattlesnake and it scared me to death!!
Questions:
-What venomous snakes should I be aware of out here?
-If I see one, how should I react?
-I live alone on a 10 acre plot. How can I best avoid these snakes and prevent them from getting near my house?
-I'm at least 20 minutes from any medical facility. What do I do if I get bit?
-I know I sound like a clueless wimp but I've never lived around venomous snakes before.
Any help is appreciated.
Thanks!
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