Wyoming
Snakes in Goshen County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Goshen 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 Goshen County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Western Milksnake
Lampropeltis gentilis
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Goshen County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Goshen County, Wyoming?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Goshen County, Wyoming, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Goshen County, Wyoming, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Goshen County, Wyoming?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Goshen County, Wyoming, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Goshen County, Wyoming?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Goshen County, Wyoming, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Goshen 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.