Nevada
Snakes in Storey County
6 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Storey 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 Storey County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Striped Whipsnake
Masticophis taeniatus
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Northern Rubber Boa
Charina bottae
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Storey County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Storey County, Nevada?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Storey County, Nevada, including Western Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Storey County, Nevada, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Storey County, Nevada?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Storey County, Nevada, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Storey County, Nevada?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Storey County, Nevada, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Storey 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.