Rattlesnake Hideouts: 6 Unexpected Places They Lurk Around Your Home

May 16th , 2024 CHIRANJIT MITRA CHIRANJIT MITRA

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Underneath Decks and Porches

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In Woodpiles and Brush Piles

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Inside Garages and Sheds

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Near Swimming Pools and Water Features

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In Tall Grass and Dense Vegetation

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Underneath Rocks and Landscaping Features

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