Colorado
Snakes in Huerfano County
7 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Huerfano 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 Huerfano County
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Plains Black-headed Snake
Tantilla nigriceps
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Huerfano County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Huerfano County, Colorado?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Huerfano County, Colorado, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Huerfano County, Colorado, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Huerfano County, Colorado?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Huerfano County, Colorado, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Huerfano County, Colorado?
- The Western Terrestrial Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Huerfano County, Colorado, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Huerfano 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.