timber rattlesnake
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of timber rattlesnake
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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Mr. Martin gained his expertise regarding the eastern timber rattlesnake in the woods and rock fields, largely alone.
From Washington Post • Aug. 10, 2022
Hewlett said the closest likely population of the timber rattlesnake would be southeastern Calloway County near the Tennessee border, even there the population would be small.
From Washington Times • Jul. 3, 2020
The baby timber rattlesnake was discovered last month by environmentalists from the Herpetological Associates group, who study endangered and threatened reptiles.
From The Guardian • Sep. 6, 2019
Urban said Elk County was known for its large timber rattlesnake population.
From Reuters • Jul. 20, 2015
The woodrat is probably one of the most important prey species for the timber rattlesnake.
From Ecological Observations on the Woodrat, Neotoma floridana by Fitch, Henry S.
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