There’s an area very close to Phoenix where I have been herping for many years, and we found something I never ever expected to see there, an Arizona Black Rattlesnake, Crotalus cerberus.
This species is usually in the 4,000′ and above range, with lower records being about 3,000 or so. This one was at just over 2,300′, making it by far the lowest elevation I’ve ever seen one at, and definitely a rare treat for an area I would never expect to see one. It’s a cool looking snake as well.
Arizona Black Rattlesnake
Arizona Black Rattlesnake
Tags: Arizona Black Rattlesnake, crobalus cerberus, maricopa county, phoenix
