Washington records
Western Rattlesnake in Washington
VenomousCrotalus oreganus
Yes. The Western Rattlesnake has been recorded in 22 Washington counties. It is venomous. Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
If you are bitten
Rattlesnake bites are medically serious. Expect intense pain, rapid swelling, and bruising. Stay calm, keep the bitten limb still and roughly level with the heart, remove rings and tight clothing, and get to an emergency room immediately. Do NOT apply a tourniquet, cut the wound, apply ice, or try to suck out venom. Call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 or 911 in the US, or your local emergency number. (Source: CDC.)
Washington counties with Western Rattlesnake records
22 listedSee the full Western Rattlesnake profile or all snakes in Washington.