Snakes in Curry County

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  Prairie Rattlesnake

  Crotalus viridis

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

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  Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

  Crotalus atrox

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

Every snake recorded in Curry County

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Checkered Garter Snake

Thamnophis marcianus

Harmless

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

Glossy Snake

Arizona elegans

Harmless

Lined Snake

Tropidoclonion lineatum

Harmless

Pine Snake

Pituophis melanoleucus

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

Crotalus atrox

▲ Venomous

Desert Kingsnake

Lampropeltis splendida

Harmless

Plains Black-headed Snake

Tantilla nigriceps

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Curry County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Curry County, New Mexico?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Curry County, New Mexico, including Prairie Rattlesnake, Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Curry County, New Mexico, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Curry County, New Mexico?

10+ snake species have verified records in Curry County, New Mexico, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Curry County, New Mexico?

The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Curry County, New Mexico, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Curry County, New Mexico?

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.

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