Real Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Skull Delphinidae Oregon and Washington

Oregon and Washington

eating a variety of plants

Black-footed cats prey on small vertebrates such as rats

meaning that they are most active at twilight

Originally domesticated from wild species found in Eurasia

Real Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Skull Delphinidae Oregon and WashingtonThe rattlesnake has long been the subject of persecution. In actuality, this reptilian predator is a valuable part of the natural food chain. Using its heat sensing facial pits to locate prey, the rattlesnake primarily feeds on small rodents. Unlike other constricting snakes, rattlesnakes use venom delivered through large grooved fangs to kill their prey. The rattlesnake can also use this venom for protection if a predator fails to heed its rattled