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Crotalus atrox
One of the most dangerous snakes in the southwest, the Western Diamondback is responsible for the majority of snakebite fatalities in northern Mexico. While it may be dangerous, it is a beautiful snake and is necessary for controlling rodent populations. It is easily recognized by its diamond-shaped markings running down its spine.
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Spotted on Jul 20, 2011
Submitted on Sep 2, 2012
43 Comments (1–25)
Wonderful patterns - yes, a very attractive snake.
Absolutely one of the most gorgeous C.atrox, I've ever seen!
Wow!
Congrats!
Thank you everyone!
Awesome! Congrats!
Cool spotting, Hunter! Congratulations!
Congratulations for this great series!
Congrats Hunter!
Congratulations Hunter !
Congratulations Hunter! This beauty has been chosen as a runner up in the Best of 2012, reptiles category.
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It was super boldly marked! One of my favorite snakes I've seen. I hope to go back there soon!
That's the prettiest C. atrox I've ever seen! Maybe I should head to Arizona soon because ours here in Texas aren't that pretty :)
Thanks everyone!
Congratulations! Great series and spotting!
Good job nice pic
Fantastic spot! Well done Hunter!
Wonderful series Congratulations :)
Thank you for the comments everyone!! @Cammie this was a wild snake, found while my friends and I were walking a dirt road at night looking for snakes, tarantulas, toads, etc.
Gorgeous!! Was this really not captive!?
Nice one Hunter! Keep on keeping on.
Congratulations! Keep up the good work and Nat Geo is next! Wonderful snake photos and the rest of your collection also.
Great and dangerous pic!!!
Congratulations Hunter. Awesome spotting.
Congratulations Hunter!
Well-deserved Congrats!