Nevada
Snakes in Eureka County
7 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Eureka 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.
Western RattlesnakeCrotalus oreganusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Eureka County
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Pine Snake
Pituophis melanoleucus
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Striped Whipsnake
Masticophis taeniatus
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Eureka County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Eureka County, Nevada?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Eureka County, Nevada, including Prairie Rattlesnake, Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Eureka County, Nevada, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Eureka County, Nevada?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Eureka County, Nevada, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Eureka County, Nevada?
- The Western Terrestrial Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Eureka County, Nevada, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Eureka 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.