Utah
Snakes in Duchesne County
6 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Duchesne 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 Duchesne County
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Milksnake
Lampropeltis gentilis
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Duchesne County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Duchesne County, Utah?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Duchesne County, Utah, including Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Duchesne County, Utah, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Duchesne County, Utah?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Duchesne County, Utah, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Duchesne County, Utah?
- The Western Terrestrial Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Duchesne County, Utah, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Duchesne 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.