Crotalus ericsmithi
# Crotalus ericsmithi

Crotalus ericsmithi, commonly known as the Guerreran long-tailed rattlesnake, is a species of venomous snake of the family Viperidae. The species is indigenous to southeastern Mexico.

## Etymology

The specific name, ericsmithi, is in honor of American herpetologist Eric N. Smith.

## Geographic range

C. ericsmithi is endemic to the Mexican state of Guerrero.

## Habitat

The preferred natural habitat of C. ericsmithi is tropical oak and pine forests at altitudes of 500–1,200 m (1,600–3,900 ft).

## Distinguishing characteristics

Compared to most other rattlesnakes, C. ericsmithi has an unusually long tail with a very small rattle.

## Reproduction

C. ericsmithi is ovoviviparous.

