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Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

Crotalus atrox

Taxonomy

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

About

The western diamondback rattlesnake or Texas diamond-back (Crotalus atrox) is a venomous rattlesnake species found in the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is likely responsible for the majority of snakebite fatalities in northern Mexico and the greatest number of snakebites in the U.S. No subspecies is currently recognized.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake?
The scientific name of Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake is Crotalus atrox.
What kingdom does Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belong to?
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belong to?
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belong to?
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belongs to the class Reptilia.
What order does Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belong to?
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belongs to the order Squamata.
What family does Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belong to?
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belongs to the family Viperidae.
What genus does Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belong to?
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake belongs to the genus Crotalus.