1,043 observationsLeast Concern
Tiger Rattlesnake
Crotalus tigris
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Reptilia βΊOrder: Squamata βΊFamily: Viperidae βΊGenus: Crotalus
About
The tiger rattlesnake, Crotalus tigris, is a highly venomous pit viper species found in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. No subspecies are currently recognized. The specific name tigris, Latin for "tiger", refers to the many narrow dorsal crossbands, which create a pattern of vertical stripes when viewed from the side.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Tiger Rattlesnake is Crotalus tigris.
- Tiger Rattlesnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Tiger Rattlesnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Tiger Rattlesnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
- Tiger Rattlesnake belongs to the order Squamata.
- Tiger Rattlesnake belongs to the family Viperidae.
- Tiger Rattlesnake belongs to the genus Crotalus.