California
Snakes in Sutter County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Sutter 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 Sutter County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Giant Garter Snake
Thamnophis gigas
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
California King Snake
Lampropeltis californiae
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Sutter County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Sutter County, California?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Sutter County, California, including Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Sutter County, California, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Sutter County, California?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Sutter County, California, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Sutter County, California?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Sutter County, California, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Sutter 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.