What is in a rattlesnakes rattle?

Anonymous

∙ 15y ago

Updated: 8/18/2019

The rattle is made up of specially formed scales, which fit into each other, and make a buzzing sound when the snake vibrates the tail..All pit vipers vibrate the tail, like copperheads and cottonmouths, but only rattlers make a distinctive sound because of the rattles.

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∙ 15y ago

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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.

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.

What do rattlesnakes do when they see a person somewhere?

Rattle their tail

What do rattlesnakes inherit from there parents?

what does rattle snakes inherit from their parents

What are some parts of a rattlesnakes body?

The head, tongue, rattle.

Where is the rattlesnakes rattle?

The end of it's tail

Do asps have rattle tails?

No, only rattlesnakes have rattles on their tails.