Eastern diamondback rattlesnake
The eastern diamondback rattlesnake (Crotalus adamanteus) is a carnivorous reptile.
- Scientific name
- Crotalus adamanteus
- Class
- Reptile
- Family / order
- Viperidae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Weight
- 6 kg
- Lifespan
- 22.8 years
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does an eastern diamondback rattlesnake eat?
The eastern diamondback rattlesnake is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is an eastern diamondback rattlesnake?
The eastern diamondback rattlesnake weighs around 6 kg.
How long do eastern diamondback rattlesnakes live?
In the wild, the eastern diamondback rattlesnake can live up to about 22.8 years.
Is the eastern diamondback rattlesnake endangered?
The eastern diamondback rattlesnake is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.