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Rattlesnakes have a series of hard beads or 'rattles' at the end of their tail. the rattlesnake sheds and this creates the rattles. thus the more it sheds the more rattles it has . It vigorously vibrates the rattle when it feels threatened. The noise made by the rattle is a defense mechanism and serves as a warning to any potential predator. If the noise does not ward off the predator, the next defense is usually a lightening fast lunge and venomous bite.
Not all rattlesnakes rattle
long rattles are fragile and break frequently, so a 4-year-old rattlesnake may have more than a 10-year-old rattlesnake.
(Why) That question is really undetermined. Most herpetologist would say it is out of nervousness. For rattlers it can also be a warning (Hey, Stay away from me) Rattlesnakes are not the only snakes that shake their tails. You can find this behavior in almost every other species. Rattler's are just known for it more,because of the very ominous sound and bite that generally follows
What else can I help you with?
Do asps have rattle tails?
No, only rattlesnakes have rattles on their tails.
Do rattlesnakes have muscles?
Rattlesnakes have muscles. They would be unable to move if they did not.
Can rattlesnakes jump?
No, rattlesnakes cannot jump. They move by slithering on the ground.
Do rattlesnakes have tails?
It wouldn't be a rattle snake or snake without a tail. Would it??
Why do rattlesnakes shake their rattles when enemies approach?
try rattle their tails to signal there presence
Do rattlesnakes move fast or slow?
Normally, they are slow moving snakes.
Do rattlesnakes come out in Arizona during February?
In the southern part of the state rattlesnakes may be abroad on warm days in February but will usually not move far from their den.
How does rattlesnakes move?
it slithers around
To swim whales move their tails from side to side?
Whales' tails move up and down when they swim, just like peoples' legs.
Do whales move there tails when they swim?
yes they do
How do alligators move besides their feet?
They also move by their tails when it's in the water.
What do rattlesnakes use to survive?
They find heat in rocks and crevices to keep warm, they also rattle their tails to alert predators, and use their tongues to search the air for food.
