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