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