Rattlesnakes are misunderstood and and maligned, says Jared Maida, the biologist in charge of the Snake Research Program based at the Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre in Osoyoos, B.C. On World Snake Day, July 16, 2016, he and his colleagues clear up some of the misconceptions. (Runs 8:30) (Video by Richard McGuire, digital editor, OsoyoosTimes.com)
VIDEO: Rattlesnakes — misunderstood and maligned, says snake biologist

The rattlesnake was the focus of attention recently during Snake Day at Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre in Osoyoos, where the public got a closeup of the maligned reptile. (Richard McGuire photo)
