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Northern Pacific Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridus oreganus

History
She was captive-bred at a private facility in Texas. She was transferred to Coyote Point Museum in July of 2008.

Fun Facts
Young rattlers leave their mothers at just a few weeks old, but when it’s time to hibernate in the winter, they follow their mother’s scent trail and use the same den. Future generations will also use the same den—some have been used for over 100 years!

Who would guess that rattlesnakes are good swimmers? They’ve been found several miles out at sea!

Birth Date
Unknown

Wild Diet
Rodents, birds, eggs, lizards, and amphibians.

Museum Diet
Mice and small rats.

Life Span
In the Wild: Has been recorded up to 20 years
In the Captivity: 20 to 30 years

Habitat
Grassland, brushland, woodland, and less dense parts of forests, usually where there are rocks.

Range
California and Arizona

Conservation Status:
No special status.