Wyoming
Snakes in Albany County
6 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Albany County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Prairie RattlesnakeCrotalus viridisVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Albany County
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Northwestern Garter Snake
Thamnophis ordinoides
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Albany County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Albany County, Wyoming?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Albany County, Wyoming, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Albany County, Wyoming, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Albany County, Wyoming?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Albany County, Wyoming, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Albany County, Wyoming?
- The Western Terrestrial Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Albany County, Wyoming, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Albany County, Wyoming?
- 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.