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The
eastern diamondback is found in pasture and scrub habitats of the
southeastern United States. Like all snakes, they are carnivorous.
Rattlesnakes have a special feeding system based on venom, injected
into prey through teeth called fangs. The rattlesnake uses its rattle
to warn other animals of its presence, so it doesn't have to waste
venom on defense. The rattle is a series of hard segments. A new segment
is added each time a snake sheds. In their role as predators, rattlesnakes
keep small animal species in check. |
