Growing to 6-7 feet, the Western Diamondback Rattlesnake is the largest Western rattlesnake. The diamond shape patterns on its back gives it its name. The Western Diamondback is in the top 3 poisonous snakes in North America delivering the largest amount of venom and the most deadliest bite.

Please be advised that venomous snakes like the Western Diamondback do not seek off humans. Rattlesnakes in North America are endangered and we must recognize our fears and decrease the slaughter of these snakes.

Thanks to Bwana Jim for the great photographs of this Western Diamondback Rattlesnake.

Bwana Jim is a great educator of wildlife. Please visit his website: www.bwanajim.com