Colorado
Snakes in Chaffee County
3 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Chaffee County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Prairie RattlesnakeCrotalus viridisVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Chaffee County
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Chaffee County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Chaffee County, Colorado?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Chaffee County, Colorado, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Chaffee County, Colorado, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Chaffee County, Colorado?
- 3 snake species have verified records in Chaffee County, Colorado, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Chaffee County, Colorado?
- The Western Terrestrial Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Chaffee County, Colorado, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Chaffee 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.