I picked up an adult pair of C. atrox, Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake, last week. These snakes are a bit more "evil" than other Crotalus (Rattlesnakes) that I have kept. Do not think it would be wise to ever try to do anything without using hooks with these puppies! As a matter of fact, may have to get a longer hook.

male

female

in the enclosure

this pic was taken before I picked them up...maybe something is happening already ; D