Panamint rattlesnake
A species of Rattlesnakes, Also known as Owens valley rattler Scientific name : Crotalus stephensi Genus : Rattlesnakes
Panamint rattlesnake, A species of Rattlesnakes
Also known as:
Owens valley rattler
Scientific name: Crotalus stephensi
Genus: Rattlesnakes
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Description
Crotalus stephensi is a venomous pitviper species found in central and southern Nevada and adjacent California. Common names include panamint rattlesnake, panamint rattler, Owens Valley rattler, and tiger rattlesnake (not to be confused with C. tigris).
General Info
Lifespan
12-20 years
Diet
Panamint rattlesnake primarily consumes small mammals, particularly rodents. Its feeding strategy relies on ambush, where it waits in places frequented by prey, delivering a venomous bite upon encounter.
Appearance
Panamint rattlesnake is a medium-sized snake with a heavy body and keeled, scaled skin. This reptile sports a base color of pale brown or gray, embellished with a series of darker, oval blotches down the spine. Its distinctive features include a large, triangular head and a rattle at the end of its tail. Males tend to be larger and have longer tails than females.
Behavior
Panamint rattlesnake is a solitary, nocturnal species noted for its ambush hunting strategy. It remains motionless and blends in with its surroundings, striking at passing prey with speed and precision. This species is distinctly passive, often retracting instead of displaying aggression when threatened. It exhibits sexual dimorphism, with males engaging in combat during the breeding season for access to females.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Vipers Genus
Rattlesnakes Species
Panamint rattlesnake 
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