CROTALUS

Crotalus, genus Crotalus

(noun) large rattlesnakes; seldom bite unless startled or pursuing prey

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Crot"a*lus (-ls), n. Etym: [NL., fr. Gr. (Zoöl.)

Definition: A genus of poisonous serpents, including the rattlesnakes.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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