These are real Texas Western or Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnakes that have been made into keychains. This keychain measures approximately 2" to 3" long (rattle and strap, not including the metal ring) and less than 1" wide. The real rattlesnake rattle measures 1" to 2” long. The rattle is attached to a leather thong looped around a metal ring. The rattlesnake tails are freeze dried. You can dip the rattle in water and then shake off the excess water so that the rattle does not dry out. None of our rattlesnake products come from California or Oregon. “Please note : These are natural, not manufactured products. While on the rattlesnake, the rattle can be dragged along sand & rocks as the rattlesnake slides around the desert. As such, please understand that sometimes a button or 2 can be cracked or broken