Idaho
Snakes in Butte County
5 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Butte 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.
Western RattlesnakeCrotalus oreganusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Butte County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Butte County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Butte County, Idaho?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Butte County, Idaho, including Prairie Rattlesnake, Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Butte County, Idaho, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Butte County, Idaho?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Butte County, Idaho, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Butte County, Idaho?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Butte County, Idaho, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Butte 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.