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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
Can rattlesnake poison be made it lipstick?
Yes, but there's a chance that the person wearing the lipstick would be affected by the neurotoxins in the venom.
How have rattlesnakes adapted to their environment?
- A snake can go a long time without eating and when they do, they eat whole animals. This allows them to survive in areas with little food.
- A snake is cold-blooded and can adapt to extreme temperatures
- A snake sheds its scaly skin to rid itself of parasites
Why do rattlesnakes have rattles?
Rattlesnakes have rattles to warn predators to stay away from them or they will bite. Good question!
How long is the adult eastern diamondback rattlesnake?
The largest ever was killed in North Carolina, Carteret County, in 1959. This snake was eight feet long, and was killed by a chicken farmer after he found the snake in one of his chicken coops. Most adults are three to five feet.
In which desert does a sidewinder live?
The sidewinder rattlesnakes live in the Mojave and Sonoran deserts of the southwestern United States and northwest Mexico
Yes, you can handle snakes in NC. Some counties restrict the type of snake you can have. Just check with USARC.ORG
Would you recoil if a rattlesnake was on the path in front of you?
Yes. I don't know anyone who wouldn't!
Are baby rattlesnake bites worse than adult bites?
Adult rattlesnakes and baby rattlesnakes have the same venom. However, adult rattlesnakes can control the amount of venom they inject and may not inject any venom at all (a dry bite). Baby rattlesnakes cannot control the amount of venom they inject and are more likely to inject their entire supply.
How many rattlesnake babies are born at one time?
That would depend upon the species. Female eastern diamondback rattlesnakes give birth to between seven and 21 young at a time.
Does the western pygmy rattlesnake lay eggs?
All rattlesnakes are ovoviviparous - they give live birth.
In the early 20th century rattlesnake venom was used to treat which illness?
The answer is Epilepsy..... !
How poisonous is the western diamondback rattlesnake?
The Western Diamondback comes equipped with a spade-shaped head, a fiendish fang and venom system, elliptical pupils and heat-sensing facial pits. It has reserve fangs to replace any which break off in a victim. The venom causes extensive tissue damage, bleeding and swelling in humans.
What does a diamondback rattlesnake eat?
Rattlesnake are Carnivores. They consume Mice, Rats, Small Birds and other small rodents that inhabit the habitats they live in. They play an important ecological role by limiting the size of rodent populations in their ecosystems. Rattlesnakes lay motionless for their prey and kill it quickly with a venomous bite. Even if the prey is lucky enough to run off, it will die soon and the Rattlesnake will follow the scent and then swallow it. They are on top of their food chain, but they have some animals like the King Snake on top of it.
Google 'World Record Rattlesnake". However, be advised, the picture is not real, it is a hoax..The world record eastern diamondback, eight feet long, weighed only 33 pounds.
Where do rattlesnakes live during the winter?
They will generally find a recess in the rocks or the ground and gather together until the temperature warms up .
When do diamondback rattlesnakes develop rattles?
Rattlesnakes are born with an appendage called a button and the first section of what is to become the rattle, of course the rattle will not make any noise until a few segments are asdded. These segments which interlock loosely with each other are added each time the snake sheds its skin and they will shed 3 or 4 times a year depending on the area they live in. The interlocking looseness of these segments is what causes the rattling noise when the snake vibrates muscles in its tail>
Are rattlesnakes fast or slow?
It depends on several factors. One factor is if it cold or warm out. They hibernate and tend to be sluggish when it is colder. If they are on a nice warm rock in the sun I wouldn't bother one. Instead of "chasing after you" a rattler will coil and spring from the coiled position. They can spring twice their length and this can be very fast.
What is the range of rattlesnakes?
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.
What two parts of the electromagnetic spectrum can a rattlesnake detect?
They can detect both visible light and infrared radiation.
How do you preserve a rattlesnake rattle?
It is quite fragile and will break easily. Perhaps storing it in a small riker mount display box would be best. They are available in various sizes from scientific suppliers on line.
How long was the largest timber rattlesnake ever?
The largest Timber Rattlesnake ever recorded was 74.5 inches
yes they can they can swim very likely you would find one swimming tho
