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Definition of western rattlesnake

western rattlesnake

Plural:western rattlesnakes
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North American A venomous pit viper (Crotalus oreganus) native to western North America, characterized by a broad triangular head, heat-sensing facial pits, and a distinct rattle at the end of its tail used to warn off potential threats.

Example

"While hiking the rugged trails of California, the guide warned us to watch our step and listen for the distinctive sound of a Western rattlesnake."

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western massasauga
western patch-nosed snake
western rat snake
western rattlesnake
western redcedar
western ribbon snake
western shovelnose snake

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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Western rattlesnake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/western-rattlesnake
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