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 rattles and their distinctive rattling sound are the most recognizable feature of this snake. The Prairie Rattlesnake is the only venomous snake native to South Dakota. Young rattlesnakes are born with a prebutton, a rattle segment at the tip of their tail.All other South Dakota snakes are born with a pointed tail.he Prairie Rattlesnake is the only venomous snake native to South Dakota. Young rattlesnakes are born with a prebutton, a rattle segment at the tip of their tail.