Snakes in Nez Perce 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 Nez Perce County

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Western Rattlesnake

Crotalus oreganus

▲ Venomous

Western Terrestrial Garter Snake

Thamnophis elegans

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Nez Perce County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Nez Perce County, Idaho?

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

How many snake species live in Nez Perce County, Idaho?

5 snake species have verified records in Nez Perce County, Idaho, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Nez Perce County, Idaho?

The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Nez Perce County, Idaho, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Nez Perce 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.

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