Crotalinae Collection

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) slithering, view from above

Agkistrodon piscivorus, cottonmouth snake
Drawing 61 (Ewan 50) from the Botanical and zoological drawings (1756-1788) by William Bartram

Page 158. The Rattle Snake, 1810-17 (w / c & manuscript text)
5670059 Page 158. The Rattle Snake, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby, Kenelm Henry (1800-80); 39.6x25.2x5.4 cm; Mitchell Library

Rattlesnake, mouth wide open, showing fangs and interior of mouth and neck, cross-section

Sidewinder rattlesnake portrait
Close-up detail of the head and tail of a Sidewinder (Crotalus cerastes) rattlesnake; California, United States of America

Overhead view of Rattlesnake

Close-up of curled-up Rattlesnake with tongue out

Trimeresurus albolabris, bamboo pit viper
Photograph of a bamboo pit viper (Trimeresurus albolabris) wrapped around a tree branch

Tropidolaemus wagleri, green pit viper
Also known as the temple viper or Waglers pit viper. It is a tree dwelling snake found in South-east Asia. Specimen held at the Natural History Museum, London

Crotalus sp. water viper
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Water Viper

Crotalus adamanteus, eastern diamondback rattlesnake
Drawing 60 (Ewan 50) from the Botanical and zoological drawings (1756-1788) by William Bartram

Crotalus sp. brown viper

Crotalus sp. rattlesnake
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Rattlesnake

Crotalus sp. black viper
Hand coloured etching from The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama islands (1731) Vol. 2 by Mark Catesby. Entitled The Black Viper

Crotalaria verrucosa, blue rattlesnake
Finished watercolour by Fred Polydore Nodder from an original outine drawing by Sydney Parkinson made during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771

Rattlesnake rattle, SEM
Rattlesnake rattle, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The rattle, which is found at the end of a rattlesnakes tail, is composed of hollow, horny, loosely-connected segments

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"Crotalinae: A Fascinating World of Venomous Serpents" In the vast wilderness, a Western Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) slithers gracefully, its mesmerizing pattern glistening under the sun. From above, we witness nature's intricate dance unfold as it navigates through its domain. Another member of the Crotalinae family emerges - an Agkistrodon piscivorus, commonly known as a cottonmouth snake. Its ominous presence sends shivers down our spines, reminding us of their potent venom and stealthy hunting skills. Flipping through page 158 reveals an ancient masterpiece titled "The Rattle Snake" from 1810-17. The watercolor and manuscript text capture the essence of these enigmatic creatures with astonishing detail. A jaw-dropping image captures a rattlesnake with its mouth wide open, exposing its fearsome fangs and revealing the intricate interior of its mouth and neck in cross-section. It serves as a reminder that danger lurks within this elegant predator. Behold. A sidewinder rattlesnake poses for a portrait, showcasing its unique method of movement across sandy terrains. Its sideways slithering leaves behind fascinating patterns in the desert sands. An overhead view presents us with an awe-inspiring sight - a coiled-up rattlesnake with tongue outstretched to taste the air around it. This close-up glimpse allows us to appreciate their beauty while respecting their lethal potential. Trimeresurus albolabris makes multiple appearances; this bamboo pit viper captivates with vibrant scales that blend seamlessly into lush foliage—an exquisite example of camouflage perfected by evolution's handiwork. As if echoing nature's diversity, various species grace our vision once more—Crotalus sp. , another mysterious rattlesnake species yet to be identified fully.