A professionally prepared taxidermy specimen of a Western Diamondback Rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) mounted in a dynamic, vertical striking pose. The snake is coiled at its base, with the midsection rising in an upright S-curve, terminating in a head with an open mouth. The specimen features visible anatomical details including two translucent fangs in the upper jaw and a complete, multi-segmented rattle at the end of the tail. The skin exhibits well-preserved scale patterns in variegated shades of brown, tan, and cream, with the characteristic diamond-shaped dorsal markings. The ventral side displays rows of wide, cream-colored belly scales. Height: 8.25 inches.