About Crotalus aquilus Klauber, 1952
Maximum Length
This species, Crotalus aquilus, reaches a maximum reported total length of 67.8 cm (26.7 in).
Adult Size and Build
Most adult individuals are heavy-bodied and less than 50 cm (20 in) long.
Geographic Range
It is found in the highlands of central Mexico, specifically in the states of Guanajuato, Hidalgo, México, Michoacán, and San Luis Potosí.
Type Locality
Its documented type locality is "near Alvarez, San Luis Potosí, Mexico".
Primary Habitat
This snake occurs in open grassy, generally rocky habitats located north of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt.
Additional Habitats
It can also be found in pine-oak forest, open karstic areas, grassy mountain meadows, and stony mesquite-grassland.
