Texas
Snakes in Glasscock County
9 species have been documented here, 3 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Glasscock County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Western Diamond-backed RattlesnakeCrotalus atroxVenomousHeavy 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.
Western MassasaugaSistrurus tergeminusVenomousStout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Every snake recorded in Glasscock County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake
Crotalus atrox
Venomous
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Long-nosed Snake
Rhinocheilus lecontei
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Checkered Garter Snake
Thamnophis marcianus
Harmless
Western Massasauga
Sistrurus tergeminus
Venomous
Plains Black-headed Snake
Tantilla nigriceps
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Glasscock County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Glasscock County, Texas?
- Yes. 3 venomous snake species have verified records in Glasscock County, Texas, including Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake, Western Massasauga. Most snakes in Glasscock County, Texas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Glasscock County, Texas?
- 9 snake species have verified records in Glasscock County, Texas, of which 3 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Glasscock County, Texas?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Glasscock County, Texas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Glasscock County, Texas?
- 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.