Utah
Snakes in Millard County
13 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Millard 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.
Prairie RattlesnakeCrotalus viridisVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Millard County
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Striped Whipsnake
Masticophis taeniatus
Harmless
Long-nosed Snake
Rhinocheilus lecontei
Harmless
Arizona Mountain Kingsnake
Lampropeltis pyromelana
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Pine Snake
Pituophis melanoleucus
Harmless
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Desert Nightsnake
Hypsiglena chlorophaea
Harmless
Mexican Garter Snake
Thamnophis eques
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Millard County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Millard County, Utah?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Millard County, Utah, including Western Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Millard County, Utah, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Millard County, Utah?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Millard County, Utah, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Millard County, Utah?
- The Western Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Millard County, Utah, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Millard 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.