Questions and Answers
Rattlesnakes are non-venomous, which means they are not poisonous.
False
The rattle on a rattlesnake is used to attract prey.
False
Rattlesnakes usually bite people without being provoked.
False
Rattlesnakes primarily eat humans.
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Rattlesnakes are territorial and will fight other rattlesnakes.
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A rattlesnake's rattle is made up of tightly-attached pieces of horn.
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Rattlesnakes are camouflaged to blend in with their surroundings.
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Anti-venom is a preventative treatment for rattlesnake bites.
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Rattlesnakes play a crucial role in controlling the rodent population.
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Rattlesnakes are generally found in a wide range of geographic areas.
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Rattlesnakes only bite humans when they feel threatened or cornered.
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Rattlesnakes
- The rattle of a rattlesnake is made up of loosely-attached pieces of horn that bounce against each other to produce the sound.
- The body of a rattlesnake is grayish or brownish gray with darker circular blotches along its back and sides.
- The underside of a rattlesnake is a creamish color.
Behavior and Defense
- The rattle is used to warn an intruder that the snake is present.
- Rattlesnakes usually bite people when they feel threatened, caught, killed, or harmed.
- When bitten, a person should receive immediate medical attention and be treated with anti-venom to fight the poison.
Diet and Habitat
- Rattlesnakes primarily feed on rodents, which helps control the rodent population.
- They need a steady supply of rodents and a place to hide in order to survive.
- Rattlesnakes tend to stay in the same general area, but they do not fight other rattlesnakes.
Important Facts
- Rattlesnakes are venomous, meaning they are poisonous.
- Most people do not die from a rattlesnake bite if they receive prompt medical attention.
Characteristics of Rattlesnakes
- The rattle of a rattlesnake is made up of loosely-attached pieces of horn that bounce against each other to produce the sound.
- The body of a rattlesnake is grayish or brownish gray with darker circular blotches along its back and sides.
- The underside of a rattlesnake is a creamish color.
Behavior and Defense
- The rattle is used to warn an intruder that the snake is present.
- Rattlesnakes usually bite people when they feel threatened, caught, killed, or harmed.
- When bitten, a person should receive immediate medical attention and be treated with anti-venom to fight the poison.
Diet and Habitat
- Rattlesnakes primarily feed on rodents, which helps control the rodent population.
- They need a steady supply of rodents and a place to hide in order to survive.
- Rattlesnakes tend to stay in the same general area, but they do not fight other rattlesnakes.
Important Facts
- Rattlesnakes are venomous, meaning they are poisonous.
- Most people do not die from a rattlesnake bite if they receive prompt medical attention.
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Learn about the unique features and characteristics of rattlesnakes, including their venom, rattle, and physical appearance.
