Snakes in Hodgeman 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 Hodgeman County

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Plains Black-headed Snake

Tantilla nigriceps

Harmless

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Common Watersnake

Nerodia sipedon

Harmless

Plains Garter Snake

Thamnophis radix

Harmless

Great Plains Ratsnake

Pantherophis emoryi

Harmless

Lined Snake

Tropidoclonion lineatum

Harmless

Western Milksnake

Lampropeltis gentilis

Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Hodgeman County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Hodgeman County, Kansas?

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

How many snake species live in Hodgeman County, Kansas?

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

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

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

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Hodgeman 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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