Overview
Learn about Alberta's native snakes in this informative 43-minute talk from the Royal Tyrrell Museum Speaker Series. Discover how to identify different snake species, prevent encounters, and protect their habitats. Gain valuable insights on snake behavior, hibernation locations, and threats to their survival. Explore industrial mitigation strategies and proper handling techniques. Acquire essential knowledge on what to do if you encounter a snake or experience a bite. Understand the importance of these reptiles in the ecosystem and learn how you can contribute to their conservation.
Syllabus
Snakes of Alberta
Snakes are Important
Red-sided Garter Snake
Wandering Garter Snake
Plains Garter Snake
Bullsnake
Western Hog-nosed Snake
Is it dead?
Prairie Rattlesnake
Hibernacula Locations
Threats
Awareness
Industrial Mitigation
If You Encounter a Snake
What can you do to help?
Bites
Handling Snakes
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Taught by
Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology