Sistrurus (Noun)
Meaning
Pygmy rattlesnakes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The pygmy rattlesnake, also known as Sistrurus miliarius, is a venomous snake found in the southeastern United States.
- Sistrurus miliarius is divided into three subspecies, each with distinct markings and color patterns.
- Pygmy rattlesnakes of the genus Sistrurus are generally smaller than other rattlesnakes.
- Sistrurus miliarius is often found in wetland areas, including swamps and marshes.
- The Sistrurus genus includes several species of pygmy rattlesnakes, all of which are venomous.