Gila River Blacktails

05/28/2005 @ 04:04:43 PM MDT
An early September trip to the west fork of the Gila River last year turned up 5 blacktail rattlesnakes (Crotalus molossus). I almost stepped on this one while brushing my teeth. It looks like it's just had a real nice meal.


05/28/2005 @ 04:04:43 PM MDT
Another blacktail rattlesnake along the trail.


05/28/2005 @ 04:04:43 PM MDT
This little guy was caught by a boy scout counselor.


05/28/2005 @ 04:04:43 PM MDT
This snake would not stay still for a photo. I don't think it ever rattled or tried to strike. It just wanted to get out of the way.


05/28/2005 @ 04:04:43 PM MDT
My dog Cisco ran right over this snake without even noticing it.