banded rattlesnake

noun

1. timber rattlesnake.

Word History and Origins

Origin of banded rattlesnake¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

At our resting place of noon the banded rattlesnake (C. horridus) occurred, and five young turkies were procured by the hunters.

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It is the banded rattlesnake that is usually found in Pennsylvania.

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He was beautiful as is the peacock or the banded rattlesnake.

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