Nevada
Snakes in Churchill County
10 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Churchill 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.
Prairie RattlesnakeCrotalus viridisVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Churchill County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Ground Snake
Sonora semiannulata
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Western Patch-nosed Snake
Salvadora hexalepis
Harmless
California King Snake
Lampropeltis californiae
Harmless
Pine Snake
Pituophis melanoleucus
Harmless
Long-nosed Snake
Rhinocheilus lecontei
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Churchill County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Churchill County, Nevada?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Churchill County, Nevada, including Western Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Churchill County, Nevada, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Churchill County, Nevada?
- 10 snake species have verified records in Churchill County, Nevada, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Churchill County, Nevada?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Churchill County, Nevada, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Churchill 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.