The Necessity of Rattlesnakes
by Judy Kennedy
Title
The Necessity of Rattlesnakes
Artist
Judy Kennedy
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Photograph - Photo
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This beautiful, young Mojave Rattlesnake was discovered crossing my front on September 8, 2019 around twilight. It did not startle me for this is a common to event living out in the Sonoran Desert. I calmly captured it with snake tongs and put it in a lidded bucket for release the next day. I always get some shots for artistic and educational purposes. I love these snakes and the mojave (pronounced mohavee with the accent on the “ha”) is probably my favorite because its markings are so distinct. Its venom is neurotoxic - meaning if you’re unlucky enough to get in its way, the symptoms include paralysis, difficulty breathing, and even death. These snakes were here first, and only strike in self-defense. They keep rodent populations down and are vital for the health of the ecosystem. I hope that their beauty as reflected in my art helps people to appreciate them more! (This photo is also available without text.)
The video featuring the rescue and release of this beautiful animal is at .https://youtu.be/Pno9QU5thYU
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October 1st, 2019
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