Colorado
Snakes in Elbert County
6 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Elbert 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 Elbert County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Lined Snake
Tropidoclonion lineatum
Harmless
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Western Milksnake
Lampropeltis gentilis
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Elbert County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Elbert County, Colorado?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Elbert County, Colorado, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Elbert County, Colorado, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Elbert County, Colorado?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Elbert County, Colorado, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Elbert County, Colorado?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Elbert County, Colorado, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Elbert 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.