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