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A large adult timber rattler climbing up to the den opening. If you look closely you can see another adult timber rattlesnake just to the upper left above the head of the climbing snake in a crevice. I was about 20 feet away sitting on a rock observing the den so the climbing snake was not trying to escape or get away he was just heading back to his home. They have the ability to climb almost vertical surfaces.
What is Spring without a picture of a timber rattlesnake. Here is an adult at the den site getting ready to disperse for the Summer when they will be impossible to locate. They hang around the den for several weeks after exiting from hibernation until they stabilize their body temperature. The gravid females will stay right around the den all summer long while the males and non-gravid females will head into the woods up to 4 miles away to forage for rodents and other food sources. They return in late September to hang around the den before turning in for the Winter. They always use the same den their parents used and will die if they are relocated. This den is on a vertical cliff way up high which is the only reason they have survived in this location. I really worry about the future of these snakes.
One of the last few timber rattlesnake pictures I will post. As I was climbing up the wall of a quarry I came upon a large timber rattler that was not happy with my presence. This is one of the few times I have had a timber rattlesnake rattle and I did the prudent thing and backed away. I liked this shot which I took from below the snake because it shows both the head and tail with the forked tongue out. This might appear to be a staged picture but it is not.
A cryptic 1 year old timber rattler that was tucked into the bark on a large tree stump. I walked past this snake several times before finally spotting it. The snake is much smaller than it appears. It never once moved while I was present.
A beautiful yellow phase timber rattlesnake outside of its den. These reptiles are despised by many but I think they are some of the most beautiful interesting subjects in nature. If we do not help they will be gone in 10 years. We really need to protect the last remaining den sites in the midwest. I like the way the cliff goldenrod sets off the colors of the snake. These are some of the most docile snakes in the wild. If you leave them alone you have nothing to fear.
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

3.5 out of 5
350 Bell St Dubuque IA
El precio es de $1,475 MXN por noche del 5 abr al 6 abr
$1,475 MXN
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5 abr. - 6 abr.
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Hotel Julien Dubuque

Hotel Julien Dubuque

3.5 out of 5
200 Main Street Dubuque IA
El precio es de $2,084 MXN por noche del 22 mar al 23 mar
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Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa

Wyndham Garden Galena Hotel & Day Spa

4 out of 5
11383 US Highway 20 Galena IL
El precio es de $1,602 MXN por noche del 25 mar al 26 mar
$1,602 MXN
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25 mar. - 26 mar.
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Private 3BR/2BA Territory Home Nestled in the Trees - Stonecrest

Private 3BR/2BA Territory Home Nestled in the Trees - Stonecrest

Galena IL
Hospédate en esta casa de vacaciones para familias en Galena. Tendrás a tu disposición wifi gratis, sala de fitness y jardín. Nuestros huéspedes destacan la ...
10/10 Exceptional! (140 opiniones)
We had an absolutely wonderful stay here! We were in town for skiing and a trip into Galena, both easily accessible. The house was perfectly maintained, clean, and well stocked. Tucked back off of a quiet road, it was a perfect weekend getaway. Howard had great communication up to and during our ...

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The Cozy Lake Stay You've been Craving - Fireplace, Comfy Beds & Quiet!

The Cozy Lake Stay You've been Craving - Fireplace, Comfy Beds & Quiet!

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The Nook: Downtown Galena Cottage w/ hot tub & fire pit!

The Nook: Downtown Galena Cottage w/ hot tub & fire pit!

Galena IL
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The house was clean, well equipped and loved the robes in each room to use when hot tubbing each night!

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