The western diamond-backed rattlesnake is larger, making it easier to spot, but that doesn't mean you should get close to one! Just like its relatives this rattler knows how to blend in with nature and is found slithering around late summer and early fall.
4) Western Diamond-Backed Rattlesnake
WESTERN DIAMOND-BACKED RATTLESNAKE (Crotalus atrox). Length 4-5 feet, although some are larger. In the United States, probably more deaths are caused by this snake than by any other. A combination of large size, wide distribution, abundance, and touchy temperament give this distinction to this snake. It is rather common in Oklahoma, just south of this region. The diamond-back prefers dry open plains and canyons, where it feeds upon small rodents, young rabbits, and occasionally, birds. The ground color varies somewhat from buff to gray; the snake generally has a faded appearance. The black and white tail bands are distinctive.
About ten young are born in late summer or early fall. Larger litters have been recorded. The young are fully capable of inflicting a dangerous bite as soon as they are born – and quite willing to do so!
Next learn about a snake that enjoys living close to human habitations so not only may you encounter this snake near your campground, but it may also be living near your home! Learn how to identify it and find out just how dangerous this snake is!
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6????$#%&!@*mate i got 6 just in my district i think there is 20 in my state and probably 40 in my country… i know we have 18 of the top 20 most poisonous.. If we are talking road warrior i’m going to need to know at least 35
Lynn Horton
nice
No but i know how many i would kill if they came close.
You’re right and I hate that for you. A dangerous place no doubt.
Food. That is all.
If it’s that bad just kill all snakes and be done with it!! You should be focused in what plants are edible that would be a big help!!
All of them have a striking resembeblence to Donald Rump.
Tom Barnella, did you say snakes?