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