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The western massasauga rattlesnake is mostly found in the southeast quadrant of the state in dry, sandy soil. They eat rodents and are smaller than a prairie rattlesnake at 18 to 30 inches.

The two smaller rattlesnakes in our area (the Western massasauga and the Western pygmy rattlesnake) both have dark brown bars forming masks around the eyes and extending to the back of the head.

Rattlesnakes can strike to a distance of up to half their body length. A good rule of thumb is to put at least 5 feet between yourself and the snake. Do not try to catch, kill, provoke or move a ...

Rattlesnakes have recently been reported on Colorado trails and in open lands. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself and your pet.

Western Massasauga rattlesnake. (Photo Courtesy/Ryan Hagerty USFWS). Prairie rattlesnake (Photo Courtesy/NPS). A juvenile Cottonmouth. (Getty Images) Western rattlesnake. (Getty Images) Timber ...

The western massasauga rattlesnake is mostly found in the southeast quadrant of the state in dry, sandy soil. They eat rodents and are smaller than a prairie rattlesnake at 18 to 30 inches.

DETROIT — The eastern massasauga rattlesnake, Michigan's lone venomous viper, is the scariest snake you've probably never seen — except in pictures, perhaps. But the U.S. Fish and Wildlife ...

TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansans may need to watch their step when heading outside as snakes reappear across the state, and inside some unfortunate people’s homes as temperatures get warmer. Dre… ...