I have come across rattlesnakes in the desert many times and have freaked out. I'm typically pretty calm during a crisis and have been told that I'm the epitome of "grace under pressure". This though ...
All over the world experts have noticed certain plants and trees attract snakes like crazy. Ditto for El Paso. Thanks to thick root systems, shade, moisture from watering and the presence of prey; many plants and trees are "snake friendly".
Many folks don't like snakes including yours truly unless they are behind a glass then I'm good with that. But how about a two-headed snake? Would that give you the creeps or what?
As temperatures continue to climb and as dry as it's been in Texas, expect to see more snakes. Now, while snakes a pretty scary not all snakes are bad, these are some of the good guys.