What snake is in the Grand Canyon?


What snake is in the Grand Canyon? The Grand Canyon rattlesnake (C. oreganus abyssus) is a subspecies of the more broadly spread Western rattlesnake (Crotalus oreganus).


What is the top predators in the Grand Canyon?

Mountain lions (Puma concolor) are the largest predators found in the Grand Canyon. There are 18 native South American, 25 native North American, and 40 English names for this species, and the most common are puma, cougar, panther, and catamount.


What is the most common animal in the Grand Canyon?

Mule deer (Odocoileus hemionus) are very common throughout western North America, and are one of the most commonly seen animals in Grand Canyon National Park.