Rattlesnake Western Pygmy

Appearance:

Adults range up to 2' in length. Only rattlesnake in KY with dark round of oval blotches. Base color varies from reddish to brown or gray. Pointed tail with TINY rattle, sometimes barely visible.

Only known from Land Between the Lakes. Eats mice, lizards, frogs, and snakes. Found in a variety of habitats, often near water. Rattle sounds like an insect buzz.