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This Western diamondback rattlesnake may be the most common rattlesnake species found in homes and in direct conflict with human development in the American Southwest, particularly in the rapidly expanding metro areas of Phoenix and Tucson. [31] Relocation of animals is seen as a sometimes controversial management solution. [32]
Crotalus oreganus, commonly known as the Western rattlesnake or northern Pacific rattlesnake, [4] [5] is a venomous pit viper species found in western North America from the Baja California Peninsula to the southern interior of British Columbia.
The largest rattlesnake, the eastern diamondback, can measure up to 2.4 m (7.9 ft) in length. [4] Rattlesnakes are preyed upon by hawks, weasels, kingsnakes, and a variety of other species. Rattlesnakes are heavily preyed upon as neonates, while they are still weak and immature. Large numbers of rattlesnakes are killed by humans.
Western diamondback rattlesnake Most wildlife hide from humans or larger animals, but the western diamondback rattlesnake stands its ground, rattling to warn intruders of its presence, according ...
Of the 6 venomous snake species native to N.C., 3 are rattlesnakes – pigmy, timber & Eastern diamondback. Each one is protected by the North Carolina Endangered Species Act.
The diamondback is brown, yellow and black and has a diamond-like pattern down its back. The rattles on the tail end are light colored rings made of keratin. Habitat: Found along the coastal ...
Members of the genus Crotalus range in size from only 50–70 cm (20–28 in) (C. intermedius, C. pricei), to over 150 cm (59 in) (eastern and western diamondback rattlesnakes). [3] In general, adult males are slightly larger than females. Compared to most snakes, they are heavy-bodied, although some African vipers are much thicker. [6]
A young Western diamondback rattlesnake like this one, the most widespread and populous species of venomous snake in Texas, was spotted last week at Texas A&M University-San Antonio.