Terrestrial Gartersnake

A white and gray striped snake with black dots
A terrestrial gartersnake near Mammoth Hot Springs

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A brown snake on gravel next to a human hand
Rubber Boa

Rubber boas are usually found in rocky areas near streams or rivers with nearby shrubs or trees.

A tan and black snake on a rocky surface
Bullsnake

Bullsnakes are often mistaken for rattlesnakes because of their appearance and behavior.

A tan and brown spotted snake with rattler in a coil
Prairie Rattlesnake

Prairie rattlesnakes are the only dangerously venomous snakes in Yellowstone.

A dark gray, tan, and white striped lizard with small spikes on gravel
Sagebrush Lizard

The sagebrush lizard is the only lizard in Yellowstone.

A black, white & red snake on a rock surface
Common Gartersnake

Common gartersnakes are only found in southern parts of the park.

The head of a brown spotted snake among grass
Reptiles

There are six reptile species in Yellowstone.

Last updated: July 21, 2020

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