What are some adaptations of the diamondback rattlesnake?

The eastern diamondback rattlesnake — the largest rattlesnake in the world — has amazing adaptations for capturing prey (but poses little threat to humans). Each snake is equipped with a pair of long, curved, hollow fangs that connect with venom glands and fold within the mouth when not in use. read more

The Western diamondback rattlesnake is a large, heavy pit viper native to the Southwestern United States and Mexico. One of the most important adaptations of the Western diamondback, as with all pit vipers, is the heat-sensitive pit between the eyes and nostrils. read more

If a human is walking to close to it, it will rattle and the human will walk away this alows the rattlesnake to not waste venom defending itself and avoid possible injury. However it is also possible they use it to sound like insects and attract birds close enough to kill them. read more