Threatened

Massasauga (Eastern)

Sistrurus catenatus

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About

The eastern massasauga is a small venomous rattlesnake found in the central and eastern United States and Canada. They are a threatened species due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

Habitat

Wetlands and prairies of the central and eastern United States and Canada

Diet

Carnivorous - small mammals, birds, and reptiles

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Fun Facts

Massasaugas are pit vipers, meaning they have heat-sensing pits on their faces to detect prey.
They are relatively docile snakes and will usually try to escape rather than bite when threatened.
Massasaugas give birth to live young rather than laying eggs.

Conservation

StatusThreatened

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