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Western diamondback rattlesnake

Crotalus atrox

Western diamondback rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox)Common
Reptilecarnivore

The Western Diamondback Rattlesnake is a venomous snake found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Known for its distinctive rattle, it’s a member of the viper family and plays a significant role in snakebite incidents in its range.

  • It uses its rattle to warn potential threats.
  • This snake is responsible for many snakebites in the U.S.
  • It belongs to the viper family, known for venomous species.
DesertNorth America
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At a glance

Classification
Reptile
Scientific name
Crotalus atrox
Habitat
Desert
Regions in this directory
North America
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
medium
IUCN Red List
Least Concern (LC)
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