Share All sharing options for: Creature feature: Great Basin rattlesnake (Crotalus viridis lutosus) A subspecies of the Western rattlesnake, Great Basin rattlesnakes are found
throughout western Utah and elsewhere in the Great Basin province, from Oregon to Arizona and west to California
.
Are Great Basin rattlesnakes dangerous?
The Great Basin rattlesnake (Crotalus oreganus lutosus) is a
highly venomous snake
that averages between 3-4 feet in size; although some are small at about 15 inches, while others grow to be, even over 5.5 feet in length.
Are there rattlesnakes in Great Basin National Park?
Great Basin rattlesnakes (Crotalus viridis lutosis) are the
only venomous reptiles in most of the Great Basin desert
. … Great Basin rattlesnakes may occur up to 11,000 feet in elevation, but are more common below 8,000 feet, in a variety of habitats- greasewood/shadscale, sagebrush, pinyon/juniper, & fir/spruce.
Are there rattlesnakes in Bryce Canyon?
In spite of its high altitude and generally cooler temperatures, the Bryce Canyon National Park area is home to 11 species of reptiles and four species of amphibians including the Short-Horned Lizard, Striped Whipsnake, Tiger Salamander, and
the venomous Great Basin Rattlesnake
.
Where do rattlesnakes live and sleep?
The team found a striking dichotomy between adults and juveniles — the adults were always found sleeping
several feet off the ground in the trees
, while the young were found sleeping in grasses and bushes at ground level.
Which rattlesnake is the most dangerous?
Eastern diamondback rattlesnake
(Crotalus adamanteus)
The eastern diamondback is the largest of all North American venomous snakes, and it is arguably the most deadly. It has the largest fangs of any rattlesnake species in the world, a very high venom yield, and an absolutely devastating potency.
Are rattlesnakes in Grand Canyon?
Black-tailed rattlesnakes are
only found at the western edge of Grand Canyon
. Often described as pink in color, this species is found nowhere in the world but the Grand Canyon. The North Rim is the only part of the park where this species is found. … Speckled rattlesnakes are found in the western part of the park.
How big do Great Basin rattlesnakes get?
Description. Adult specimens are
66–121 cm (26–48 in) in overall length
, but rarely exceed 1 m (3 ft 3 in). The males grow larger than the females.
Are rattlesnakes in Utah?
Rattlesnakes are
most active during the summer at dawn and dusk
, says the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, (DWR) and are most often found on rocky, high-elevation slopes.
Are rattlesnakes edible?
It's best to leave snakes alone, but if you do get a fresh rattlesnake,
you might as well eat it
. … Rattlesnake meat is white, tender, and tastes like a cross between frog legs and turtle. While there are a lot of rib bones, a big rattlesnake has a backstrap-like muscle that runs the entire length of the backbone.
Are there wild animals in Bryce Canyon?
Some of the unique wildlife you'll find in Bryce Canyon Country are
Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, pronghorn
, the Utah prairie dog, North American porcupine, Uintah chipmunk, Green Basin rattlesnake, common sage lizard and short-horned lizard.
Are there bears in Bryce Canyon?
At Bryce Canyon, most of the black bears are actually light brown or blonde. The park estimates that
10 to 12 black bears use the park for some or all of the year
. … Black bears live 25 years or more in the wild. Average female black bear weighs 120-250 pounds.
What does a Great Basin rattlesnake eat?
Great Basin Rattlesnakes undergo an ontogenetic change in food preferences as they mature from neonate to adult. Young rattlesnakes feed primarily on lizards (and small mice) while adults feed primarily on
rodents (mice, woodrats, and chipmunks)
.
How do you keep rattlesnakes away?
Control rodents in your yard and around your home: pick up fruit on the ground, keep trash cans closed with lids and don't leave pet food out. Remove birdfeeders as they attract small rodents which rattlesnakes prey on.
Keep any vegetation from growing up or over the fence
as snakes can use it as a way over the fence.
What time of day are rattlesnakes most active?
After a cold or cool night, they will attempt to raise their body temperature by basking in the sun midmorning. To prevent overheating during hot days of spring and summer, they will become more active at
dawn, dusk or night
.
What's the lifespan of a rattlesnake?
The natural lifespan of an eastern diamondback rattlesnake is probably
15 to 20 years
, but evidence from the field indicates that few individuals today live longer than 10 years, likely due to exploitation for the skin trade, vehicle strikes and other human-driven threats.
