Utah
Snakes in Davis County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Davis County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Western RattlesnakeCrotalus oreganusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Davis County
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Striped Whipsnake
Masticophis taeniatus
Harmless
Northern Rubber Boa
Charina bottae
Harmless
Desert Nightsnake
Hypsiglena chlorophaea
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Davis County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Davis County, Utah?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Davis County, Utah, including Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Davis County, Utah, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Davis County, Utah?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Davis County, Utah, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Davis County, Utah?
- The Western Terrestrial Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Davis County, Utah, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Davis County, Utah?
- 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.