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