Northern Pacific Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
The Northern Pacific Rattlesnake inhabits rocky slopes, grasslands, woodland edges, and scrub across the Pacific Northwest and California. It waits in cover for rodents, birds, and lizards, striking quickly with venomous fangs. Heat-sensing facial pits help it detect warm-blooded prey even in low light.
- Type
- Venom
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
- Northern Pacific Rattlesnake Hatchling
- Northern Pacific Rattlesnake