New Mexico
Snakes in McKinley County
8 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in McKinley 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 Diamond-backed RattlesnakeCrotalus atroxVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in McKinley County
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Striped Whipsnake
Masticophis taeniatus
Harmless
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake
Crotalus atrox
Venomous
Pine Snake
Pituophis melanoleucus
Harmless
Chihuahuan Nightsnake
Hypsiglena jani
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in McKinley County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in McKinley County, New Mexico?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in McKinley County, New Mexico, including Prairie Rattlesnake, Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake. Most snakes in McKinley County, New Mexico, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in McKinley County, New Mexico?
- 8 snake species have verified records in McKinley County, New Mexico, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in McKinley County, New Mexico?
- The Western Terrestrial Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in McKinley County, New Mexico, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in McKinley 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.