according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The rattle, like a maraca, is what distinguishes them from other snakes. Baby rattlesnakes usually have a small rattle or button when ...

Rattlesnake encounters are rare, but spring is that time of year when hikers, runners and dog walkers are more likely to encounter one in Southern California. Warmer and dry weather means more ...

The camouflaged reptile remained hidden until the homeowner noticed that “one of the rocks looked a little off.” ...

In a bizarre and potentially deadly incident, a Southern California truck driver discovered a live rattlesnake inside a package delivered to him, leading him to believe that someone attempted to kill ...