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Rattlesnakes

Rattlesnakes are venomous snakes of the genera Sistrurus and Crotalus within the subfamily Crotalinae. There are about 30 rattlesnake species, with many subspecies. Rattlesnakes have a tail rattle that creates a buzzing sound when threatened.

752 Questions

Do western diamondback rattlesnakes live underground?

They do not live underground but will seek shelter there from intense heat or cold.

What snakes crawl sideways?

Most snakes will use a sidewinding motion when moving in loose sand. The sidewinder rattlesnake has perfected the movement.

How poisonous are small rattlesnakes?

I am not 100% percent for sure but I think that is a WATER SNAKE BUT if youer not fodr sure I would look it up oon a snake site google search snake info and see snakes sites and find a pic of it and read up on it that would be my advice Hope this helps

-Diva

It might not be poisonous if it is in a small creek because how would that be in a small creek!?

-Belieber

Do rattlesnakes live in Rancho Cucamonga?

Yes, Rancho Cucamonga is in the range of several species of rattlesnakes.

Rattlesnakes use infrared waves to hunt how can a snake find a mouse in the grass without looking?

Rattlesnakes are pit vipers and have pits on either side of their head that can detect the warm body of a mouse even when it is dark and the snake cannot actually see the animal.

How long do rattlesnakes get?

The largest rattlesnake was an eastern diamondback that measured a bit over 8 feet in length. Most rattlesnakes are in the 2-4 foot range and some species do not even reach 2 feet in length as adults.

What snakes in the desert are bigger than a rattlesnake?

None..The western diamomdback is the largest desert snake.

What is the antidote to a rattlesnake bite?

The only proper treatment is to get to the emergency room for antivenin treatment. In the meantime:

DO stay calm.


DO call 911 and seek medical attention immediately.


DO remove any jewelry or tight clothing from the bitten area/limb right

away (you'll want it off before the wound and surrounding tissue starts

swelling).


Do NOT cut the bite site, or create any kind of tourniquet around the wound.


Do NOT put ice on the bite.


Do NOT try to suck the venom from the wound.


Do NOT treat the site with rubbing alcohol or medication.


Do NOT wait for swelling, pain or other common symptoms to manifest

themselves before going to the emergency room.



Are rattlesnakes solitary or do they like to be in groups What is there social behavior?

I am not a herpetologist, but there is an old rule that when you see one snake, look for the second. Now, the only time I have found this to be true is around mating season, July - August. By the same token I have also seen "dens" of rattlesnakes - so I guess you could say they are socially tolerant.

Are the Texas bluebonnet rattlesnakes poisionous?

All rattlesnakes are venomous, not poisonous. However, there is no such thing as a Texas bluebonnet rattlesnake.

Is rattlesnake more deadly than a king cobra?

The king cobra has a venom which is much more toxic than that of a rattlesnake. It is also much larger and can inject a greater amount of toxin.

Do diamondback rattlesnakes wander alone or in packs?

Rattlers are loners, although they may congregate at denning sites in fall.

Who is a rattlesnake worst enemy?

Young Rattlesnakes (less than 2 years old) are heavily preyed upon by numerous species like Ravens, Crows, Raccoons, Coyotes, Weasels etc. Even Adult Rattlesnakes are known to cannibalize youngsters. Adolescent Rattlesnakes (above 2 years) are preyed upon by larger predators like Eagles, Hawks, Badgers, Kingsnakes etc. Adult Rattle snakes have only one known predator the "Kingsnake" which is a constrictor. It is immune to the venom of Rattlesnakes and other Vipers and consumes them as a part of its natural diet.

I would say Humans, armed with all the deadly weapons are the Rattlesnakes worst enemy

What invisible trail does a rattlesnake follow in tracking down its bitten prey?

It uses the scent trail to find the dead prey. The tongue of the snake picks up scent particles from the air or ground and transfers them to the Jacobson's organ in the roof of the mouth,

Does a rattlesnake add a rattle each year?

The rattle is composed of a series of nested, hollow beads which are actually modified scales from the tail tip. Each time the snake sheds its skin, a new rattle segment is added. Newborn rattlesnakes do not have a rattle, they gain one after the first time they shed their skin. Adult snakes may lose their rattles on occasion, but more appear at each molting. If the rattle absorbs enough water in wet weather, it will not make noise.

What eats rattlesnakes?

Hawks, eagles, king snakes, other large snakes.
hawks, owls, technically large birds.
Kingsnakes, Domesticated cats, owls, grasshopper mice, hawks, foxes and coyotes eat rattlesnakes. It might be possible that beaded lizards or gila monsters eat them if they are quick enough.

How many eyes do rattlesnakes have?

Rattlesnakes have 2 eyes, one on either side of the head.

What type of habitat does tha rattlesnake prefer?

Rattlesnakes are native to the Americas. They can be found from Southwestern Canada in North America to the Central Argentina in South America. They can be found in almost every type of habitat that can be found in these areas. The habitats include Prairies, Marshes, Deserts and Forests. They prefer open rocky areas where they can hide from large predators and identify plentiful prey like rodents, lizards etc that live amidst the rocks.

How long do western diamondback rattlers get?

The largest reported measurement for a western diamondback rattlesnake is 92.5 inches (Jones, 1997)

Who will win a western diamondback or eastern diamondback?

Rattlers, even different species, will generally not fight. About the only "fighting" they do is between males and it is more of a wrestling match and the snakes do not employ their fangs and venom. They fight for breeding rights with a female. The weaker snake will, eventually, give up and leave.