Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
About the Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus is a venomous pit viper species found in North America in the western United States, parts of British Columbia, and northwestern Mexico. Seven subspecies are currently recognized, including the nominate subspecies described here.
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 38,876 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Western Rattlesnake?
The scientific name of the Western Rattlesnake is Crotalus oreganus.
How many Western Rattlesnake sightings have been recorded?
38,876 observations of the Western Rattlesnake have been recorded on iNaturalist.
38,876
observations on iNaturalist
