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Rock Rattlesnake

Crotalus lepidus

Taxonomy

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

About

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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