Texas
Snakes in Sterling County
5 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Sterling 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.
Every snake recorded in Sterling County
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake
Crotalus atrox
Venomous
Great Plains Ratsnake
Pantherophis emoryi
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Plains Black-headed Snake
Tantilla nigriceps
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Sterling County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Sterling County, Texas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Sterling County, Texas, including Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Sterling County, Texas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Sterling County, Texas?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Sterling County, Texas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Sterling County, Texas?
- The Plains Hognose Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Sterling County, Texas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Sterling 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.