Western diamondback rattlesnake
The western diamondback rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) is a carnivorous reptile.
- Scientific name
- Crotalus atrox
- Class
- Reptile
- Family / order
- Viperidae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Weight
- 7 kg
- Lifespan
- 27 years
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a western diamondback rattlesnake eat?
The western diamondback rattlesnake is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a western diamondback rattlesnake?
The western diamondback rattlesnake weighs around 7 kg.
How long do western diamondback rattlesnakes live?
In the wild, the western diamondback rattlesnake can live up to about 27 years.
Is the western diamondback rattlesnake endangered?
The western diamondback rattlesnake is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.