Western diamondback rattlesnakes are a large species of pit viper that can grow to 2.1 meters (about 7 feet) long, though most are between 1.2 and 1.8 meters (4-6 feet) in length.

On the other hand, the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake may not have the same size advantage as the Bengal Tiger, but it makes up for it with its venomous bite. These snakes use their heat-sensing pits ...

Two of New Jersey's 22 snakes are venomous, and they might not be the ones you think they are. Here's what to know about each, and their bites.

Just as the weather warms, the rattlesnake vaccine that has been in use for more than 20 years for dogs, cats and horses has lost its U.S. Department of Agriculture-issued license.

A young Western diamondback rattlesnake like this one, the most widespread and populous species of venomous snake in Texas, was spotted last week at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. What to do if ...

Here’s how to navigate spring in Texas, when snakes are most active in the wild, reduce the risk of bites, and know what to do if you encounter a venomous snake.

Beyond its impressive size and striking appearance, the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake showcases a fascinating array of behaviors. These snakes are primarily crepuscular, meaning they are most active ...

THE GECKOS, smaller than a finger, come out at night, scouring the baseboards without a sound. They enter, I suspect, through a small gap in the weather stripping beneath our front door. Other lizards ...

The average size of an adult western diamondback rattlesnake is between 4 and 6 feet. Heftier snakes can weigh nearly 15 pounds, but the average weight is three to six pounds. More Outdoors!

A social media influencer was bitten by a diamondback rattlesnake in Florida while filming — saying “I’m cooked” before a mad dash to the hospital where he is fighting for his life.

These include the time to treatment, size of the dog, location of the bite, and the amount of venom injected. With prompt treatment, survival rates are generally high, ranging between 80 to 90 ...