How do you tell the difference between a male and a female rattlesnake?

Answer by  ellie61 (478)

The only way to be certain of a rattlesnake's gender is to have them assessed by a professional. Generally, males have larger tails than females of the same size, but only an expert can tell for sure by probing the snake. The tail is the distance from the anus to the rattle.

Answer by  olive8 (911)

It is not possible to ascertain the difference between a male and a female rattlesnake. The only way to tell is to have a professional examine your snake.