10 US States That Don t Have Rattlesnakes
The frigid temperatures and remote location of Alaska make it unsuitable for rattlesnakes.
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As an isolated island chain, Hawaii never developed a native population of rattlesnakes.
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Though once present, timber rattlesnakes have been completely removed from the state.
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Similar to Maine, timber rattlesnakes were once found in Rhode Island but are now considered extirpated.
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The cold climate of Vermont isn't ideal for the warmth-loving rattlesnake.
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The state's dry prairies and short growing season don't provide the habitat rattlesnakes prefer.
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Similar to North Dakota, the climate and environment of South Dakota are not suitable for rattlesnakes.
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Despite having a variety of snake species, Minnesota lacks the necessary habitat for rattlesnakes.
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While copperheads are found in Iowa, rattlesnakes are absent from the state.
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Though bordering states have rattlesnakes, Delaware's small size and lack of suitable habitat keep them out.
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