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Can a roadrunner out-run a western diamondback rattlesnake and its immobilizing venom? See them face off: | National Geographic TV

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It’s a slithery Saturday and we’re bringing you even more facts about the western diamondback rattlesnake! Did you know that rattlesnakes are considered threats to multiple large animals? Deer, antelope, cows and even horses see diamondback rattlesnakes as threats and will try to trample or stomp the snakes to protect themselves! A rattlesnake's rattle is made of keratin, the same protein that makes up our hair and nails. Their rattles are hollow and actually make a sound as the layers of rattle