The New Years countdown. Cities across Japan participate in this international tradition in a number of ways. Here in Tokyo, people fix their eyes on a large electric bulletin board at Tokyo Tower as it changes from 2011 to 2012.
Timber Rattlesnake Crotalus horridus. The Timber rattlesnake is sometimes mild tempered and does a good deal of rattling before striking. Commonly found in rocky wooded hills in the northern part of its range. Fatalities are known from the bite of this snake. Average length 3 feet, maximum length 6 feet.
The timber rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus) is a state threatened species and is only found in the blufflands of southeastern Minnesota.This docile snake, although venomous, poses little threat to humans, yet many people feel compelled to kill any snake they encounter, including timber rattlesnakes.he timber rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus) is a state threatened species and is only found in the blufflands of southeastern Minnesota.