Western Diamondback Rattlesnake

A thick-bodied grayish snake with brown diamond-like blotches down its back. Also has distinct black-and-white bands on its tail preceding the rattle.

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Common Name

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake

Comments

One of the most dangerous North American snakes, its bite can be fatal to humans. Like all rattlesnakes, it is normally non-aggressive to humans; most bite only when threatened.

Scientific Name

Crotalus atrox

Habitat

Variable, from the desert to the mountains.

Size

To 7 ft. (2.1 m)