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tiger rattlesnake

 

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Noun tiger rattlesnake has 1 sense
  1. tiger rattlesnake, Crotalus tigris - having irregularly cross-banded back; of arid foothills and canyons of southern Arizona and Mexico
    --1 is a kind of rattlesnake, rattler
    --1 is a member of Crotalus, genus Crotalus

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Tiger Rattlesnake

Description:

The Tiger Rattlesnake, scientifically known as Crotalus tigris, is a venomous snake native to the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico. It is characterized by its distinctive tiger-like pattern that provides excellent camouflage in its natural habitat.

Senses and Usages:

Noun - Zoology

1. A venomous snake of the pit viper family, typically found in desert regions.

Sample Sentence: The tiger rattlesnake's venom is potent and can paralyze its prey.

Noun - Popular

1. A name often used to refer to the eastern diamondback rattlesnake (Crotalus adamanteus).

Sample Sentence: Tourists visiting the American Southwest often mistake the eastern diamondback rattlesnake for a tiger rattlesnake.

Noun - Local

1. A local slang term referring to a person or thing having a fierce or intimidating nature.

Sample Sentence: Watch out for Maria on the basketball court, they call her the tiger rattlesnake because of her aggressive playing style.

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