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The rattle is used as a warning. Most animals are afraid of something they don't understand. The noise the rattle makes is not a 'normal' noise - most animals are startled by the noise, and leave the snake alone.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 8y agoIt is thought that the rattles developed during the ancient past when much of North America was covered by herds of large hoofed mammals. The rattle was meant as a warning to advise the animal of the snake's presence so they could avoid being trampled.
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Do rattlesnakes rattle when pregnant?
Rattlesnakes give live birth - they are ovoviviparous. Yes, they will rattle while gravid.
When do rattlesnakes get there rattle?
Well, they are born with their rattle. And everytime the snake sheds another rattle is added.
What is a rattlesnakes defense?
Its teeth. And it`s rattle.
Are copperhead snakes the same as rattlesnakes?
No. Copperheads and rattlesnakes are related, but the copperhead is notable in that it lacks a rattle.
Are rattlesnakes native to African savanna?
True rattlesnakes (with a rattle on the tip of their tail) are not found in Africa.
What do rattlesnakes do when they see a person somewhere?
Rattle their tail
Is there venom in a rattlesnakes rattle?
no, venom is in the head not the tail
Do rattlesnakes have to be coiled to rattle?
No, nor to strike.
Where is the rattlesnakes rattle?
The end of it's tail
What are some parts of a rattlesnakes body?
The head, tongue, rattle.
What do rattlesnakes inherit from there parents?
what does rattle snakes inherit from their parents
Do asps have rattle tails?
No, only rattlesnakes have rattles on their tails.
