I don't panic at the sight of a non-poisonous snake and am not bothered by a rat snake or a kingsnake. I try to protect them; the kingsnakes will kill rattlesnakes. I have been known to snatch a green snake off a bush and cause my husband to get in enough running exercise for a week. He screams like a girl when he sees me holding one with it flicking its tongue. Did you know that rattlesnakes live to be about 20 years old? When the female has babies those little devils come out of her ready to bite. lolOriginally Posted by RoadToad
If you're terrified by a garter snake 20 feet away (like the people I was talking about), I'd call that a phobia.
If you stumble upon a big ol' rattlesnake up close and personal and it terrifies you, I'd call that having good common sense.
Bug, have ever eaten any of those snakes, and if so, how was it? Just curious. I've heard they're good eating, and always wanted to try it, but never had the opportunity.
Here are some fun pages about Rattlesnakes and some recipes for you. I have eaten it southern fried and it doesn't taste exactly like chicken but it is good if it's spicy.
One other thing, if you get a chance go to a Rattlesnake Rodeo with some friends. You can have a lot of fun when they bring in the snakes to measure and milk them. Spectators are so focused on the snakes, you can lay your hand on your friend's arm and make him jump out of his skin. lol
http://rattlesnakerecipe.us/
(There is also a place to click on "More Rattlesnake Recipes" on that page).
http://rattlesnakerecipe.us/humor.htm
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