Kansas
Snakes in Grant County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Grant 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.
Every snake recorded in Grant County
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Long-nosed Snake
Rhinocheilus lecontei
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Glossy Snake
Arizona elegans
Harmless
Western Milksnake
Lampropeltis gentilis
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Grant County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Grant County, Kansas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Grant County, Kansas, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Grant County, Kansas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Grant County, Kansas?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Grant County, Kansas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Grant County, Kansas?
- The Prairie Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Grant County, Kansas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Grant County, Kansas?
- 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.