🌿Native Nature

Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake

Crotalus polystictus

Taxonomy

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

About

The Mexican lance-headed rattlesnake or lance-headed rattlesnake (Crotalus polystictus) is a venomous pit viper species found in central Mexico. No subspecies is currently recognized.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake?
The scientific name of Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake is Crotalus polystictus.
What is the conservation status of Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake?
The Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belong to?
Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belong to?
Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belong to?
Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belong to?
Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belong to?
Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belong to?
Mexican Lancehead Rattlesnake belongs to the genus Crotalus.