I am going to tell you about Rattlesnakes today. Rattlesnakes are the best known venomous snakes in the United States. There are more than a dozen different kinds. The largest is the Eastern Diamond back.
Rattlesnakes may grow up to 8 feet long and wider than a man's arm. The bulges at the rear of the snake's head are its poison glands. The holes, or pits, below each eye are sense organs that can pick up the smell of mice or birds from far away. They help the snake easily locate its prey, even in the dark.
A Rattlesnake's upper jaw contains two very large teeth called fangs, they are sharp and hollow. They fold back when the mouth is closed. The snake uses its fangs to inject venom into its pray.
The Rattlesnakes rattle makes a noise that sounds like dry leaves rustling. This is a warning signal to predators or other enemies .
Next: King snakes
This is a Eastern Diamond back
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~Shayden~
5 comments:
great article fellas keep up the good work. i enjoy reading it.
HOW MANY RATTLESNAKES HAVE YOU SEEN?
Wow, these guys really know their snakes. I'm impressed. Great article! I can't wait to read the next one.
Dear snake pro, I have a question about garter snakes. Will 2 garter snakes fight with each other or can I keep them toogether? And do they bite?
Dear snakeboy,
Why won't you ever anser any ones qestions?
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