Snakes in Hamilton County

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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 Hamilton County

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Plains Garter Snake

Thamnophis radix

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Glossy Snake

Arizona elegans

Harmless

Common Watersnake

Nerodia sipedon

Harmless

Long-nosed Snake

Rhinocheilus lecontei

Harmless

Western Ribbon Snake

Thamnophis proximus

Harmless

Lined Snake

Tropidoclonion lineatum

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Hamilton County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Hamilton County, Kansas?

Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Hamilton County, Kansas, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Hamilton County, Kansas, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Hamilton County, Kansas?

10+ snake species have verified records in Hamilton County, Kansas, of which 1 is venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Hamilton County, Kansas?

The Prairie Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Hamilton County, Kansas, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Hamilton 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.

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