Is the timber rattlesnake the same as a diamondback?

Answer 1

Well, honey, they may both be rattlesnakes, but they ain't the same. The timber rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus) and the diamondback (Crotalus adamanteus) are different species with distinct characteristics. So, in the grand scheme of things, they're as similar as a peach and a watermelon - both fruit, but definitely not the same.

Answer 2

Yes and No. They are in the same family, but the canebrake usually has a rust-colored/reddish stripe down its back. They are indiginous to North Carolina, down south to Florida and as far west as Texas. Regardless, both are venemous and can be dangerous if threatened/cornered, stepped on. Steer clear of them, they are not likely to attack without being provoked. I have heard that the canebrake venom is more intense and dangerous than the typical timber rattler.

Answer 3

No - they are from the same family (Crotalus) but are completely different snakes. The Timber Rattlesnake is a single species (Crotalus horridus) while the Diamond-back has three subspecies (Crotalus adamanteus, Crotalus atrox & Crotalus ruber)

Answer 4

Basically, yes. They are, however, different subspecies. The timber comes from the northeastern United States and the canebrake from the southeast.