Texas
Snakes in Loving County
8 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Loving 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.
Every snake recorded in Loving County
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Southwestern Blackhead Snake
Tantilla hobartsmithi
Harmless
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake
Crotalus atrox
Venomous
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Long-nosed Snake
Rhinocheilus lecontei
Harmless
Glossy Snake
Arizona elegans
Harmless
Chihuahuan Nightsnake
Hypsiglena jani
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Loving County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Loving County, Texas?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Loving County, Texas, including Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Loving County, Texas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Loving County, Texas?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Loving County, Texas, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Loving County, Texas?
- The Common Coachwhip is the most frequently reported snake in Loving County, Texas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Loving 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.