Common names: massasauga, black massasauga, black rattler, more. The massasauga (Sistrurus catenatus) is a venomous pitviper rattlesnake species found primarily in the United States.Three subspecies are currently recognized including the nominate subspecies described here.he massasauga rattlesnake is listed as threatened under both Ontario's Endangered Species Act, 2007, and the federal Species at Risk Act, and is protected under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act.
The definition of a zephyr is a soft breeze, the west wind or a lightweight article of clothing. 1  A light cotton dress is an example of a zephyr. 2  A light breeze is an example of a zephyr.
A. Zest is the outermost rind of citrus fruits (usually lemons and oranges). It is valued for the strong citrus flavor it imparts to food, thanks to an abundance of perfumy, aromatic oils in the rind. To remove the zest from the fruit, use a utensil called a zester or a sharp paring knife or vegetable peeler.