Among the 13 types, these include the Western diamondback, sidewinder, Mojave and black-tailed rattlesnakes.<\/p>\n
AZGFD says it\u2019s most common to see the snakes during the day, and that they tend to move around more at night, especially during the spring.<\/p>\n
What to do if you encounter rattlesnakes?<\/p>\n
AZGFD urges people to watch their surroundings if encountering a rattlesnake at home. The department recommends keeping a flashlight around at night.<\/p>\n
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Another useful tip is to clean yard debris and limit water near houses in order to avoid attracting the snakes that are looking for food or shelter.<\/p>\n
If encountering a snake on a trail, AZGFD says to back away from the snake, give it space and continue on your path.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf you see a rattlesnake on a trail, it may rattle its tail and coil because it is startled. These are defensive behaviors used to let you know it\u2019s there. The best advice is to step back and let it move away. Rattlesnakes are not aggressive \u2014 most occurrences of rattlesnake bites occur when someone is trying to corner or capture a snake. If you leave it alone, it will leave you alone,\u201d AZGFD amphibians and reptiles program manager Audrey Owens said.<\/p>\n
If a person is bitten by a rattlesnake, AZGFD recommends the following steps to take:<\/p>\n
Remain calm
\nCall 911 immediately
\nRemove all jewelry and accessories from the bitten area
\nImmobilize the bitten area
\nLimit movement<\/p>\n
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