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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.

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Does the eastern diamondback rattlesnake have a black tail?

No, eastern diamondbacks have a banded black and white tail.

If a coyote eats a dead rattlesnake will it get sick or die?

No. The venow needs to enter the blood stream. Unless it had a cut in its mouth or an ulcer it would not effect the coyote.

Are there any rattlesnakes in Newton County Indiana?

No rattlesnake or any other venomous snakes are found in Newton County, IN. The only venomous snake found in the northern half of Indiana would be the Eastern Massasauga rattlesnake and they are rare and endangered, but none in Newton County.

Can a rattlesnake see and then strike at a oncoming bullet?

No, the bullet moves far too fast for the snake to react. Despite its own physical speed, it must first see, recognise, and decide to strike before it can actually do so.

Is a coton de tuler a good family dog?

Coton's are very loving, caring and hypoallergenic. They are the awesomest dog in history, definitely a family dog. Our big family of 25 has 5 Cotons's and they are great! My youngest daughter just loves them, they are also FLUFFY!

Why are raptors the rattlesnake's enemies?

Raptors, such as hawks, eagles and owls, consider the rattlesnake as a food item and will catch and devour them when the opportunity presents itself.

What do rattlesnakes teach their young?

Nothing ! Baby snakes are completely independent when they hatch, or are born !

Where can you find good information on rattlesnakes?

You might want to look on wikipedia, google it, or if you feel you want a non electronic answer you can visit your local library.

How many rattlesnakes are born at one time?

There is no certain amount of how many rattlesnakes are born at one time, but the average amount of rattlesnakes born at one time is usually less than 15, and around 10 or 12.

How is a rattlesnake goodluck?

Though I have never heard of this it (I am assuming) is a superstition just like a lucky rabbits foot used to produce a placebo effect by making you think you are having good luck so you begin to recognize good things happening and credit them to your good luck while bad things are dismissed. *Spoiler* In the one ever-popular book/movie that deals with a specific magical child with a zigzag electrical charge scared onto his forehead this is used to make his red-headed friend think he has good luck from a potion and gets a spot on a specific team, while he never drank the potion he was tricked into believing he did *end spoiler* It is a simple mind over matter "trick".

What is skin the snake relay?

I didn't know if there WAS such as thing as 'skin the snake relay' - HOWEVER - thanks to a bit of internet searching I came across this site that tells you what you need, and how to play !

See the related link... Enjoy !

What is the biggest rattlesnake caught or killed in Alabama?

Near midway a 9 ft 6 in diamond back with a head that was 5 in across and fangs 2and a half in long

Do rattlesnakes lay eggs deep?

No. Rattlesnakes do not lay eggs; they give birth to live young.

What is a genus crotalus?

It is the genus of snakes that contains almost all of the known rattlesnakes, minus the rattlesnakes of the genus Sistrurus.

Does the amount of buttons on a rattlesnake equal the years of age?

No - it indicates how many times it has shed. Each time a rattlesnake sheds its skin, it leaves behind an extra 'button' on its rattle. Since young snakes can shed three or four times a year - it's not an indication of age.

Where are there no rattlesnakes in Idaho?

There are rattlesnakes in Idaho. Both the prairie rattlesnake and the Great Basin rattlesnake are found there. Only the extreme northeast part of the state has no rattlenakes.

Can a rattlesnake eat a grasshopper?

yes
no they live in the desrt the mostly eat mice no they live in the desrt the mostly eat mice

What are the most rattles found on a rattlesnake?

sagebrush geckos eat ants, crickets, small beetles, and other bugs.

What kind of small rodents do sidewinder snakes eat?

The sidewinder snake's diet consists mostly of mice, kangaroo rats, and lizards.

What games do rattlesnakes play?

They don't. Unless you count eating and killing other animals, besides it's own kind, a game.

How does it feel to be bitten by a rattlesnake?

It hurts when it bites, and it burns when the venom goes in.