Snakes in Del Norte County

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  Western Rattlesnake

  Crotalus oreganus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

Every snake recorded in Del Norte County

Northwestern Garter Snake

Thamnophis ordinoides

Harmless

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Western Terrestrial Garter Snake

Thamnophis elegans

Harmless

Aquatic Garter Snake

Thamnophis atratus

Harmless

Western Rattlesnake

Crotalus oreganus

▲ Venomous

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Sierra Garter Snake

Thamnophis couchii

Harmless

Northern Rubber Boa

Charina bottae

Harmless

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

California Mountain Kingsnake

Lampropeltis zonata

Harmless

California King Snake

Lampropeltis californiae

Harmless

Eastern Kingsnake

Lampropeltis getula

Harmless

Common Sharp-tailed Snake

Contia tenuis

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Del Norte County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Del Norte County, California?

Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Del Norte County, California, including Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Del Norte County, California, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Del Norte County, California?

10+ snake species have verified records in Del Norte County, California, of which 1 is venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Del Norte County, California?

The Northwestern Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Del Norte County, California, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Del Norte 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.

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