Snakes Pictures & Informatio

The Black-Tailed Rattlesnake is
large and bold. The venom of this
snake appears to be highly toxic.
Considered dangerous to man.
Average length 3 feet,
maximum length 5 feet.
Larger than its close relative,
the timber rattlesnake,
the canebrake is more irritable,
ready to defend itself.Average
length 3 feet,maximum length 6 feet The Eastern Diamondback rattlesnake
is the largest of all venomous snakes
in the United States. Sullen disposition,
bold and sometimes aggressive.
Fangs can measure one inch in
large specimens. Venom is toxic.
Average length 5 feet, maximum length 7 feet.
Venom of the Massasauga rattlesnake
is highly toxic to man. There are
authenticated fatal bites in man.
Often called the Black Snapper
or Swamp Rattler. Found in bog
areas, swamps and dry fields.
Average length 2 feet, maximum
length 3� feet.

Habits of the Mojave rattlesnake similar
to western diamondback rattler.
This species has the most toxic
venom of any North American rattlesnake.
It is very important to recognize the Mojave
rattlesnake's severe respiratory distress.
It is often accompanied by its bite.
Considered extremely dangerous to
man, fatalities are known.Average
length 3� feet, maximum length 4 feet.