5,537 observationsLeast Concern
Mojave Rattlesnake
Crotalus scutulatus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Reptilia βΊOrder: Squamata βΊFamily: Viperidae βΊGenus: Crotalus
About
Crotalus scutulatus (common names: Mojave rattlesnake, Mojave green,) is a highly venomous pit viper species found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and central Mexico. It is perhaps best known for its potent neurotoxic-hemotoxic venom, which is considered the world's most potent rattlesnake venom. Two subspecies are recognized, including the nominate subspecies described here.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Mojave Rattlesnake is Crotalus scutulatus.
- Mojave Rattlesnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Mojave Rattlesnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Mojave Rattlesnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
- Mojave Rattlesnake belongs to the order Squamata.
- Mojave Rattlesnake belongs to the family Viperidae.
- Mojave Rattlesnake belongs to the genus Crotalus.