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Colorado's Rattlesnake 'Mega-Den' Livestream Offers Unique Insight

California Polytechnic State University researchers launch live video feeds to study and demystify rattlesnake behavior.

  • The livestream features up to 2,000 rattlesnakes in a remote Colorado den, with a smaller feed from California.
  • Viewers can observe natural behaviors, such as basking, drinking rainwater, and predator interactions.
  • The project aims to collect unbiased scientific data and improve public perception of rattlesnakes.
  • Pregnant females are currently in the den, with pups expected to be born in August.
  • Citizen scientists contribute observations, enhancing the research effort.
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