Rattlesnake Solutions

Just a reminder – any decoration that looks like a snake may be a real rattlesnake. We were called to get this speckled rattlesnake hiding in the decorations last Halloween.

A newborn Mojave Rattlesnake, shortly after leaving its mother and siblings for the first time, found in a warehouse storage room back in August. Austin was sent out to help it get to a new situation, a large network of rodent burrows within its natural home range.

Three of the half dozen or so Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes that occupy this den each winter. These snakes spend a lot of time during the early spring basking and making short movements to thermoregulate and for social reasons, where they are vulnerable to predators and other threats.

From back when temperatures were reasonable :) I saw this large Sonoran Desert Tortoise cruising around its springtime spot, where several others also live. They share spaces here with rattlesnakes… Wild Tortoise

From back when temperatures were reasonable :) I saw this large Sonoran Desert Tortoise cruising around its springtime spot, where several others also live. They share spaces here with rattlesnakes and other animals.

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A Gila Monster peeking out of its spring staging spot, just down the hill from where it spent the winter. It shares this spot with several other Gila Monsters, a handful of Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes, and the occasional tortoise.

A Sonoran Coralsnake spotted as it cruised around looking for other small snakes to eat. These are highly venomous, but not known to be fatal to humans, and rarely bite. If one of these is found in a… Sonoran Coralsnake

A Sonoran Coralsnake spotted as it cruised around looking for other small snakes to eat. These are highly venomous, but not known to be fatal to humans, and rarely bite.

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The tiny face of a Sonoran Coralsnake. These tiny snakes are highly venomous, but reluctant to bite. Avoiding this is simple: don't make the stupid decision to pick one up. If you can do that, there is no danger from these little snakes.

[Cue bleating of grandpa's inaccurate rhyme]

Pool pump areas are usually out of the way, tucked behind walls or bushes, and seldom visited. That is, of course, unless you're working in pool maintenance, in which case the odds of seeing a rattlesnake in a backyard can go way up.

Perhaps the scariest of costumes. My apologies if you have trouble sleeping after seeing this horror.

A call came in for a pair of Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes at a property in Tucson. They were both resting alongside a planter box in the yard, likely taking advantage of the higher ambient moisture. Gary safely captured them and took them to a perfect spot within their estimated home range.

Rattlesnakes are very active throughout October! This is a surprise to many, but it makes a lot of sense if you understand what they're doing. Here's Jill with some explanation.

Waaay back in the early spring, I visited a rattlesnake den that I found a year prior to see if anyone was out. This large male defended one area, setting up like this and making frequent patrols… Big Bully Male Rattlesnake

Waaay back in the early spring, I visited a rattlesnake den that I found a year prior to see if anyone was out. This large male defended one area, setting up like this and making frequent patrols around the area to make sure any other males don't get any ideas.

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One of many Common South American Toads on the floor of the Amazon rainforest, each one a bit different in color, pattern, and even shape.

A tiny baby rattlesnake gets to try again after being discovered at a home in the Phoenix area. These little ones wander seemingly at random as they try and figure out this whole "being alive" thing,… Baby Rattlesnake Released

Baby Rattlesnake Released

A tiny baby rattlesnake gets to try again after being discovered at a home in the Phoenix area. These little ones wander seemingly at random as they try and figure out this whole "being alive" thing.

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A Blacktailed Rattlesnake coiled in the grass in the Madrean woodlands of southeastern Arizona. These large, greenish rattlesnakes are a common sight for hikers and naturalists in the area.

A mother Western Diamondback Rattlesnake and two of her babies were spotted (just barely) in dense vegetation at a home in Rio Verde. There was a massive storm the previous night that blew debris from nearby construction into the yard, and may have played a part in why the snakes were there.

Spike in Rattlesnake Activity in Arizona is Completely Normal - Rattlesnake Solutions The rumors are out there, and it’s true! Rattlesnake encounters spike in October, and it’s happening right now throughout much of the state. But, this is completely normal, happens every year, and…

Yes, rattlesnakes are still active, and it's completely normal. Sometimes, discussion out there and even the news seems to have the misconception that rattlesnakes aren't active in October, and of course this isn't true. Here's how and why that happens.

A Western Diamondback Rattlesnake was spotted by a homeowner coiled up on the back patio. The yard doesn't yet have rattlesnake fencing, so the side gates might as well be propped wide open for an animal that's only an inch tall.

Michael and Josh did great with this decorative courtyard gate in Tucson! Without changing how it looks, the homeowners can worry less about a rattlesnake hanging out by the front door. Whew!

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A Western Diamondback Rattlesnake was first spotted just outside the front door behind a potted plant, as they often are, but moved elsewhere after it was startled. It settled in between these pavers, which is where Cheyenne found it when she arrived a short time later.

"Indoor Cats Live Longer" as a quick video clip.

A Mojave Rattlesnake hanging out on the patio of a newly constructed home near Prescott, Arizona. For several years after a new development is completed, snakes displaced by the process may show up at random places where there was once habitat.

A Western Diamondback Rattlesnake hanging out in the backyard of a rental property. The residents were just there for the weekend, and got a surprise from the local welcoming committee. Cheyenne relocated the snake to a more suitable situation for all involved.

This Mojave Rattlesnake was found hanging out in a shady corner of the building for a few days. There were kids in the area and a school nearby, so eventually it was decided that it should get a ride elsewhere.

A Central American Eyelash Viper I found on a family vacation about a year ago to Costa Rica. I found none of the golden yellow version, but this minty green zipper patterned one was a welcome sight.

A Rosy Boa we found and photographed briefly before it crawled under the boulder it was next to. These amazing little snakes are a surprise to many Arizona residents, who may not know we have native… Arizona native boa!

Arizona native boa!

A Rosy Boa we found and photographed briefly before it crawled under the boulder it was next to. These amazing little snakes are a surprise to many Arizona residents, who may not know we have native boas.

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It’s late in the season, and the snakes are on the move one last time before things cool off. Marissa heads out to a school where a Mojave rattlesnake was found tucked against the building — a good… Mojave Rattlesnake Found by a School!

It’s late in the season, and the snakes are on the move one last time before things cool off.

Mojave Rattlesnake Found by a School!
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A homeowner had the fire department out to catch a rattlesnake. They took it just out of sight and dumped it out. Soon after, it was back at the home, and we were called to handle it. Just before Marissa arrived, the homeowner saw the snake strike at a cottontail.

When Will Rattlesnakes Go Away To Hibernate? Details Based on Thousands of Rattlesnake Relocations - Rattlesnake Solutions It’s that time of year when every rattlesnake sighting prompts the question: when will rattlesnakes disappear for the winter? It’s a topic that causes some confusion with many people who believe that…

When will the rattlesnakes disappear for the year?
Not quite yet :) or ever, really. But there is a lot a homeowner can do to prevent surprise cool weather encounters.

In August, this baby Western Diamondback Rattlesnake was found in its few weeks of life cruising around the front door of a condo in Carefree. There's a golfcourse nearby, where many more are certainly making use of the free water and food available.