What time of day do rattlesnakes hunt for food?

What time of day do rattlesnakes hunt for food?

Evening Hunters Rattlesnakes tend to hunt when the sun does down, finding their prey around dusk and at night. This is because they have special pits on the sides of their heads that are equipped with heat-detecting capabilities.

What months are rattlesnakes most active?

They are most active in the warmer times of the year�spring through early fall�and many of them are nocturnal during the summer months. When favorable temperatures occur, many rattlesnakes are marginally active even during the winter.

What temp are rattlesnakes active?

between 70 and 80
Over the last several years, I’ve noticed rattlesnakes are generally most active during the day when temperatures are between 70 and 80. In addition to air temperature, clouds and precipitation are also major factors in snake activity.

What is the best way to keep rattlesnakes away?

Keep the grass in your front and back yards cut short. Clean up any debris in your yard including piles of wood, leaves, or any other materials that a snake could hide under. Control rodents in your yard and around your home: pick up fruit on the ground, keep trash cans closed with lids and don’t leave pet food out.

How long is rattlesnake season?

Rattlesnake “season” is typically April through October. During the hottest days they may be found in cool, shady areas. Although rattlesnakes are generally not aggressive, they will strike when they are threatened or provoked. They usually retreat if they can.

When do rattlesnakes come out of hibernation?

A. Generally, rattlesnakes emerge from hibernation in March or April, or when the average daytime temperatures reach and remain about 60F and higher. The snakes are then most active when the temperatures are between 80-90F.

How do you catch a rattlesnake?

Use a garbage can and broom. This is a simple way to catch a snake without having to directly handle it. Take a large garbage can and lay it on its side. Coax the snake, using the broom, into the garbage can. You can then move the garbage can to where you would like to release the snake.

What do animals eat rattlesnakes?

Rattlesnakes are prey for a large number of predators. Aerial predators like ravens, crows, owls, roadrunners, eagles, and hawks will all swoop down to the ground to catch rattlesnakes. Ground mammals like coyotes, foxes, skunks, weasels, possums, raccoons, and even cats , also eat them.

What are Rattlesnake’s predators?

The kingsnake is well known for being immune to the venom of many pit vipers, including rattlesnakes. Rattlesnakes are part of the kingsnake’s diet. Roadrunners, pigs, hawks, eagles and humans are also rattlesnake predators.