California
Snakes in Amador County
11 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Amador County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Western RattlesnakeCrotalus oreganusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Amador County
Common Sharp-tailed Snake
Contia tenuis
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Sierra Garter Snake
Thamnophis couchii
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
California King Snake
Lampropeltis californiae
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Striped Racer
Masticophis lateralis
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Amador County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Amador County, California?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Amador County, California, including Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Amador County, California, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Amador County, California?
- 11 snake species have verified records in Amador County, California, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Amador County, California?
- The Common Sharp-tailed Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Amador County, California, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Amador County, California?
- Keep your distance and do not try to catch or kill it. Most bites happen when people handle or corner a snake. If someone is bitten, contact local emergency services or poison control immediately.