Snakes in Baca County

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  Prairie Rattlesnake

  Crotalus viridis

  ▲ Venomous

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

Every snake recorded in Baca County

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Western Terrestrial Garter Snake

Thamnophis elegans

Harmless

Plains Garter Snake

Thamnophis radix

Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Great Plains Ground Snake

Sonora episcopa

Harmless

Great Plains Ratsnake

Pantherophis emoryi

Harmless

Plains Black-headed Snake

Tantilla nigriceps

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Baca County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Baca County, Colorado?

Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Baca County, Colorado, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Baca County, Colorado, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Baca County, Colorado?

11 snake species have verified records in Baca County, Colorado, of which 1 is venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Baca County, Colorado?

The Prairie Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Baca County, Colorado, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Baca County, Colorado?

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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