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Ellis Garvin

Ellis Garvin was raised in central Texas; home to rattlers, coral snakes, copperheads, and more. But now he lives in the foothills of Grass Valley, California, and has encountered hundreds of rattlesnakes in his lifetime, learning about their behavior, habitats, and how to safely remove them without killing them. Click Here to learn more about me. Click Here to learn more about my site. Editorial Policies.

What Time of Year Do Rattlesnakes Have Their Babies?

July 14, 2021May 25, 2021 by Ellis Garvin

One rattlesnake in your yard or area is bad enough. But a whole lot of baby rattlesnakes is even worse! With that in mind, what time of year do rattlesnakes have their babies? Here’s what I’ve noticed: Rattlesnakes most often give birth around late July through early October but can give birth at different times … Read more

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Does Peeing On a Rattlesnake Bite Help? (Do this first)

November 7, 2024May 25, 2021 by Ellis Garvin

Getting bitten by a rattlesnake is absolutely terrifying, and at the moment, it might be really hard to remember what you should and shouldn’t do. Old myths and wives’ tales will run through your head but does peeing on a rattlesnake bite help? Here’s what I’ve learned: You should not pee on a rattlesnake bite. … Read more

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Are Rattlesnakes Afraid of Loud Noises?

December 19, 2024May 23, 2021 by Ellis Garvin

Where I live we get a lot of rattlesnakes in my yard. With 2 young kids, I’m always looking for ways to scare the snakes away. But I wondered, are rattlesnakes afraid of loud noises? No. Rattlesnakes don’t hear the same way people do. They are, however, sensitive to vibrations so you can definitely scare … Read more

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Hi, I'm Ellis Garvin. I was raised in central Texas; home to rattlers, coral snakes, copperheads, and more. But where I live now, in the foothills of Grass Valley, California, I have encountered hundreds of rattlesnakes in my lifetime. Join me on this journey of looking at these fascinating animals and learning about them as we answer all the top rattlesnake questions.

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