While strolling through the pasture one day In the very merry month of May We were taken by surprise By a loud rattle noise While strolling in the pasture one day. Yep. They’re heeeeeeeeere. Rattlesnakes. On the move. In the shade. On a rock. Under a tree. In the grass. By the deck. Over yonder. Under foot. Watch your step. Keep your eyes and ears open. Scientifically known as Crotalus. From the Greek, meaning “castanet.” And Sistrurus. From the ancient Egyptian musical instrument sistrum ...