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