Colorado
Snakes in Crowley County
6 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Crowley 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.
Western MassasaugaSistrurus tergeminusVenomousStout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Every snake recorded in Crowley County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Western Massasauga
Sistrurus tergeminus
Venomous
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Crowley County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Crowley County, Colorado?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Crowley County, Colorado, including Prairie Rattlesnake, Western Massasauga. Most snakes in Crowley County, Colorado, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Crowley County, Colorado?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Crowley County, Colorado, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Crowley County, Colorado?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Crowley County, Colorado, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Crowley 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.