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Timber rattlesnakes are the most common rattlesnake on the east side of the Mississippi River, Stiles said. Timber rattlesnakes have black chevrons going down their back, and a black tail.

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The timber rattlesnake usually ranges between three and five feet long, with a “rattle” tail. The snake has chevron-shaped brown markings and other white or gray coloring.