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Crotalus horridus
~ 61 cm female timber rattlesnake that appeared to have given birth recently
Limestone outcrop in thick rhododendron/mountain laurel habitat at a mixed species gestation site.
This species is venomous and should be observed from a respectful distance. *As this is a sensitive species, and like all species, is worthy of our protection, the locality information has been altered to protect this organism.
2 Comments
Photo No. 1: is a beautiful photo....
Awesome spotting. I particularly like the second photo as it shows the tail. He looks like he's not a happy camper. Great spotting, Lisa.