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Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

Crotalus adamanteus

Taxonomy

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

About

Crotalus adamanteus is a pit viper species found in the southeastern United States. It is the heaviest though not the longest venomous snake in the Americas and the largest rattlesnake. No subspecies are currently recognized.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake?
The scientific name of Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is Crotalus adamanteus.
What kingdom does Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belong to?
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake belongs to the genus Crotalus.