The Black-tailed Rattlesnake is named for its distinctive black tail. It inhabits rocky mountain slopes and canyon country from central Texas to Arizona. Less aggressive than the Western Diamondback, it is generally reluctant to rattle.
Best time to see a Black-tailed Rattlesnake
The best time to see a Black-tailed Rattlesnake is June–August, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 3,233 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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