We were on the east side of Tortugas Mountain, on the far side of the loop, heading back toward the mountain when Research Associate Becca stumbled upon this baby rattler basking in the sun. She walked right up to it and almost touched her nose to the serpent. I had to pull her back, cautioning her of the danger. But Baby Ratt gave no warning rattle, and she didn't even bother to rattle once while I stood there photographing her. What a model subject! How about the way she blends into the desert floor?
A face only a mother could love.
Can you find the rattle?
We made a detour to get around to the other side of her and took this photo.
She turned her head to say "Adios." Notice the texture of her skin.
2 comments:
Based on the lumps in its body, it looks to me like the snake was digesting something, maybe a mouse.
It's amazing how many snakes you see!
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