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