Snakes in Sweetwater County

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  Western Rattlesnake

  Crotalus oreganus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

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  Prairie Rattlesnake

  Crotalus viridis

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

Every snake recorded in Sweetwater County

Western Rattlesnake

Crotalus oreganus

▲ Venomous

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Western Terrestrial Garter Snake

Thamnophis elegans

Harmless

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Sweetwater County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Sweetwater County, Wyoming?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, including Western Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Sweetwater County, Wyoming?

4 snake species have verified records in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Sweetwater County, Wyoming?

The Western Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Sweetwater County, Wyoming, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Sweetwater 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.

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