Amphibians and Reptiles

Rattlesnakes

Rattlesnakes are distinctly American. They all have a jointed rattle properly placed. at the tip of the tail, except for one rare species on an island off the Mexican coast. This chapter concerns the genus areas of human activity. Crotalus, of the pit viper family Crotalidae, suborder Serpentes. Since. Snakes evolved from lizards, both groups make up the order Squamata. There are 15 species of Rattlesnakes in the United States and 25 in Mexico. Other front-fanged poisonous Snakes of the Crotalidae family, which are not included in this discussion, are the massasauga and pigmy Rattlesnakes, both of the genus Sistrurus. Also not included are two Snakes that do not have rattles, hence are not called Rattlesnakes: the water moccasin or cottonmouth, and the copperhead, both of the genus Agkistrodon. Two other genera of poisonous Snakes in North America are coral Snakes (Micrurus and Micruroides) of the family Elapidae. The greatest danger to humans from Rattlesnakes is that small children may be struck while rolling and tumbling in the grass. Only about 1,000 people are bitten and less than a dozen people die from Rattlesnake venom each year in the United States. Nevertheless, it is a most unpleasant experience to be struck. The venom, a toxic enzyme synthesized in the Snake’s venom glands, causes tissue damage, as it tends to quickly tenderize its prey. When known to be abundant, Rattlesnakes detract from the enjoyment of outdoor activities. The human fear of Rattlesnakes is much greater than the hazard, however, and many harmless Snakes inadvertently get killed as a result. Death from a Rattlesnake bite is rare and the chance of being bitten in the field is extremely small. Rattlesnake Control and Rattlesnake Removal is the only way to Control Rattlesnakes and Rattlesnake Breeding. A Rattlesnake Nuisance in the home can upset daily life and Removing Rattlesnakes from the home can be even more challenging. Rattlesnake varieties vary greatly in size. Rattlesnake control for large Rattlesnakes can be a challenge as well as Rattlesnake Control for small Rattlesnakes. Rattlesnake Animal Control or Removal of Rattlesnakes may be essential for human health and controlling Rattlesnake Populations is the first step. Click here for more information.

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