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Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake

Crotalus catalinensis

Taxonomy

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

About

Crotalus catalinensis is a species of venomous pit viper endemic to Isla Santa Catalina in the Gulf of California just off the east coast of the state of Baja California Sur, Mexico. No subspecies are currently recognized. A relatively small and slender species, its most distinctive characteristic is that it lacks a rattle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake?
The scientific name of Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake is Crotalus catalinensis.
What is the conservation status of Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake?
The Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
What kingdom does Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belong to?
Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belong to?
Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belong to?
Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belong to?
Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belong to?
Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belong to?
Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake belongs to the genus Crotalus.