Timber Rattlesnake - Tray Mtn 1 - 11-27-22

A typical encounter w and rattle noise of a Timber Rattlesnake when you stumble upon them in nature. This was near Indian Grave Gap of the AT on a minimally explored food plot trail. I honestly thought it was too late in the season to see one of these creatures. Please Note: His posture and behavior is solely defensive. No aggression or attack from him is noted at all.