Colorado
Snakes in Cheyenne County
7 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Cheyenne 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 Cheyenne County
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Pine Snake
Pituophis melanoleucus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Cheyenne County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Cheyenne County, Colorado?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Cheyenne County, Colorado, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Cheyenne County, Colorado, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Cheyenne County, Colorado?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Cheyenne County, Colorado, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Cheyenne County, Colorado?
- The Prairie Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Cheyenne County, Colorado, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Cheyenne 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.