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