| I am a venomous snake that lives in the forest regions of New York and other states. I average 2-3 ft. in length and I like to join others like me and bask in the sun during the day, although I hide in rock crevices during the hot weather. I eat frogs, rodents and birds. Many people are afraid of me, but I often shake my rattle and pretend to strike before I actually bite. Who am I? ANSWER |