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Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake

Crotalus ornatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Reptilia ›Order: Squamata ›Family: Viperidae ›Genus: Crotalus

About

Crotalus molossus is a venomous pit viper species found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Four subspecies are currently recognized, including the nominate subspecies described here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake?
The scientific name of Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake is Crotalus ornatus.
What is the conservation status of Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake?
The Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake has a conservation status of SNR.
What kingdom does Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Black-tailed Rattlesnake belongs to the genus Crotalus.