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