Texas
Snakes in Wheeler County
12 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Wheeler 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 Wheeler County
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Prairie Kingsnake
Lampropeltis calligaster
Harmless
Western Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis proximus
Harmless
Diamondback Watersnake
Nerodia rhombifer
Harmless
Ground Snake
Sonora semiannulata
Harmless
Plains Black-headed Snake
Tantilla nigriceps
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Wheeler County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Wheeler County, Texas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Wheeler County, Texas, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Wheeler County, Texas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Wheeler County, Texas?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Wheeler County, Texas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Wheeler County, Texas?
- The Common Coachwhip is the most frequently reported snake in Wheeler County, Texas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Wheeler 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.