A Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Maricopa County will help you to learn more about and identify snakes that are found in central Arizona.
The sidewinder (Crotalus cerastes) is a venomous snake found in much of Maricopa County. The sidewinder is usually small (2 feet in length) and is usually tan or cream-colored.
© Dr. Brendan P. O'Connor, used with permission. Some descriptions obtained from AZ PARC.A Field Guide to Amphibians and Reptiles of Maricopa County will help you to learn more about and identify snakes that are found in central Arizona.
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