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Many humans have a poor understanding of the importance of rattlesnakes and their importance in controlling rodent populations. Rodents carry a number of diseases that can kill humans and they also destroy or damage human food crops. In the long run, rodents cause more deaths than do rattlesnakes. Fear and ignorance causes them to be killed.
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How does rattlesnakes impact humans?
Ignorant or cruel humans will wantonly kill rattlesnakes despite their importance in the environment. Also, urban sprawl and industrialization are rapidly causing habitat loss for many species.
Do rattlesnakes get married?
No. Rattlesnakes mate but do not get married. Only humans get married.
Can eagles eat rattlesnakes?
Yes, eagles will kill and eat rattlesnakes.
What are some dangers of rattlesnakes?
they can kill you
What animals kill rattlesnakes in their natural habitat?
Some animals that kill rattlesnakes in their natural habitat include kingsnakes, hawks, and mongooses.
Is it illegal to kill yellow rattlesnakes in Virginia?
no
Do gopher snakes kill rattlesnakes?
NO, gopher snakes do not kill rattle snakes.
What are some predators of baldeagles?
Humans, vultures, and rattlesnakes.
Do foxes kill rattlesnakes?
It can depend. Usually, foxes would try to avoid snakes and snakes foxes. But, if the two were to get in a fight, there are too many variable to come up with an answer. Foxes can kill rattlesnakes, but it can also be the other way around.
Do rattlesnakes eat humans?
No. Rattlesnakes consume their prey whole, and any human would be too large to swallow. They are actually quite shy creatures and try to avoid humans as much as possible. However, many are sufficiently venomous to kill a human and will strike to defend themselves if they feel threatened. If you ever see one, don't panic, but do keep plenty of distance. It's far more scared of you than you are of it. On the other hand, rattlesnake meat is a delicacy served mostly in the southern, particularly southwestern, part of the United States. So while rattlesnakes don't eat humans, humans have been known to eat rattlesnakes.
Is it true that feral cats can kill baby rattlesnakes?
Yes
Can pigney rattlesnakes kill you?
Yes, if you do not seek medical attention.
