Texas
Snakes in Lamb County
10 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Lamb 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.
Every snake recorded in Lamb County
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Checkered Garter Snake
Thamnophis marcianus
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Glossy Snake
Arizona elegans
Harmless
Desert Kingsnake
Lampropeltis splendida
Harmless
Pine Snake
Pituophis melanoleucus
Harmless
Plains Black-headed Snake
Tantilla nigriceps
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Lamb County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Lamb County, Texas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Lamb County, Texas, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Lamb County, Texas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Lamb County, Texas?
- 10 snake species have verified records in Lamb County, Texas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Lamb County, Texas?
- The Prairie Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Lamb County, Texas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Lamb 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.