CHK-CHK-BUZZ
Rattlesnake
A desert alarm clock with a noisy tail.
MEET THE FIGHTERS
Rattlesnake vs Python
Tonight's science rumble is set in the empty savanna exhibit after closing time. No snacks were harmed.
Rattlesnake
Crotalus atrox
A new rattle segment is added each time they shed.
Mice, rats, rabbits — small warm snacks of the desert.
Python
Malayopython reticulatus
Reticulated pythons can top 6 meters. Some go longer.
Mammals and birds. Big pythons have been known to try very ambitious snacks.
Who do YOU think wins?
Sss-WRAP
Python
A patterned squeeze machine with patience.
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