Sadly beneficial snakes are among the most feared and persecuted organisms on Earth. They are often seen as sinister creatures. Despite these misconceptions, snakes are important animals with great ecological significance. They consume rodents maintaining a critical balance of small animal populations. In the middle of the food web, snakes are also vital for supporting larger predators. We can help our native snakes by respecting their space, observing them from afar and protecting their habitats. Honor wonderful Snakes with Nelson Yatsattie's undulating reptile complete with an etched rattler and turquoise inlaid eyes. Smoothly sculpted from a handsome serpentine with ricolite, this reptile friend is about 5 3/8" long, 2 1/4" wide and 5/8" tall.
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