Bites from venomous animals remain a concern in Sinaloa in 2026, with scorpions leading the reports with over two thousand cases in the first few months of the year, followed by spiders and snakes.
The Sinaloa Directorate of Health Prevention and Promotion detailed that, although Culiacán has the highest number of cases due to its population, municipalities such as Escuinapa, Mazatlán, and Rosario—that is, the southern part of the state—also stand out proportionally.
Specialists indicated that high temperatures favor the presence of these animals, so an increase in cases is expected during the hot season, mainly due to the greater activity of scorpions, spiders, and snakes.
Bites and Stings Reported 2026:
Scorpion: 2192
Violet Spider: 2
Black Widow: 9
Other Spiders: 50
Rattlesnake: 17
Coral Snake: 3
Other Snakes: 36
Doctors explained that reactions depend on the type of bite or sting. Scorpion bites can range from mild discomfort to nausea, dizziness, or tachycardia, while snake bites typically cause pain, swelling, and fang marks.
The agency also reported that young adults are most exposed due to outdoor activities, although children are a vulnerable group.
Finally, specialists warned that home remedies are ineffective for treating bites and stings from venomous animals, as they can delay timely medical attention.
Therefore, the agency recommends seeking immediate medical attention for any bite or sting to avoid complications.
Source: aztecasinaloa
