Named a species that is very beneficial climate change

According to the Lewis and Clark Heritage Foundation, rattlesnakes can be found in every state on the mainland

One of the most well-known snakes in the world, rattlesnakes are relatively low-key reptiles that avoidHowever, when threatened, they often twist into an attacking position and begin toShake the signature tail before inflicting a venomous bite.

A new study published in the journal Ecology and Evolution suggests that rattlesnakes canspend less time hibernating, and more time actively hunting as the planet warms.

The reason is due to the fact that rattlesnakes are cold-blooded animals. As part of the new study, scientists studied the Pacific rattlesnake. The fact is that it can be found both in desert regions, such as Southern California, and in colder climates, such as Washington state.

It turned out that those snakes that live in morehot climates, much larger than those that lived in colder conditions. Also, "if the climate rises a couple of degrees, these snakes, physiologically speaking, may be happier because the body temperature is closer to their preferred temperature," the scientists explain.

If temperatures continue to rise, biologists say, it could mean that rattlesnake hibernation ends earlier in the spring and they could still be active in late fall.

However, even if rattlesnakes do benefit from higher temperatures, scientists predict that they will be able toIt is more difficult to eat, as there will be fewer squirrels and lizards.fall victim to more frequent wildfires and water shortages.

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