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Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes

Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes. Zack Watson. Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Adaptations. Western Diamondbacks are Pit Vipers. They have special heat sensing pits located behind the nostrils. . Habitat.

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Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes

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  1. Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes Zack Watson

  2. Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Adaptations Western Diamondbacks are Pit Vipers. They have special heat sensing pits located behind the nostrils.

  3. Habitat • This snake can be found in deserts, grassy plains, rocky hillsides and areas around coasts.

  4. Range • This snake ranges from the South Western United States to Northern Mexico.

  5. Diet • This snake eats mostly mice, rats, rabbits, gophers, ground dwelling birds, lizards, and other small animals.

  6. Predators • This snakes predators are deer, antelope, cows, horses, hawks, eagles, roadrunners, king snakes, coyote, bobcats, and fox.

  7. Home • During the day these snakes will spend time in the shade under shrubs, piles of natural or artificial debris, and rocks.

  8. Summary • Rattlesnakes are interesting snakes but highly poisonous. They can grow 3 to 5 feet long and some grow up to 7 feet long! Its lifespan is approximately 15 to 20 years long.

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