Toxic venom, but small amount. Behavior Mild-tempered, doesn't bite unless provoked. Reproduction Six to twelve young are born on average. Predators Man, king snakes, racers, whip snakes, coyotes, foxes, wildcats, badgers, and birds of prey. Miscellaneous Rattlers shed their skin 3 or 4 times per year on average, so it is unusual to see more than 12 rattles.
Rattlers can climb trees.
They are also good swimmers. The fangs can be folded back inside a skin fold to protect them when their mouth is closed. The rattlesnake is the only venomous snake in Utah. There are 7 species in the state.