Utah
Snakes in Iron County
7 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Iron 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 Iron County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Striped Whipsnake
Masticophis taeniatus
Harmless
Arizona Mountain Kingsnake
Lampropeltis pyromelana
Harmless
Pine Snake
Pituophis melanoleucus
Harmless
Desert Nightsnake
Hypsiglena chlorophaea
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Iron County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Iron County, Utah?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Iron County, Utah, including Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Iron County, Utah, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Iron County, Utah?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Iron County, Utah, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Iron County, Utah?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Iron County, Utah, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Iron 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.