Nevada
Snakes in Carson City County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Carson City County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Western RattlesnakeCrotalus oreganusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Carson City County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Striped Whipsnake
Masticophis taeniatus
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Northern Rubber Boa
Charina bottae
Harmless
Sierra Garter Snake
Thamnophis couchii
Harmless
Pine Snake
Pituophis melanoleucus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Carson City County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Carson City County, Nevada?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Carson City County, Nevada, including Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Carson City County, Nevada, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Carson City County, Nevada?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Carson City County, Nevada, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Carson City County, Nevada?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Carson City County, Nevada, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Carson City County, Nevada?
- 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.