The sidewinder is a small, venomous rattlesnake found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It's named for its unique method of movement, where it propels itself sideways across loose sand to stay cool and avoid sinking. Sidewinders are well-camouflaged, often burying themselves in the sand to ambush lizards and small rodents.
Specifications:
- The left fang is missing
- Photographed with a U.S. quarter for size comparison
- Skull Length 3 cm (1.2 in)
- Skull Width 2.5 cm (1 in)
- Skull Height 2.1 cm (0.8 in)
