Kansas
Snakes in Lane County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Lane 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 Lane County
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Lined Snake
Tropidoclonion lineatum
Harmless
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Plains Black-headed Snake
Tantilla nigriceps
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Lane County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Lane County, Kansas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Lane County, Kansas, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Lane County, Kansas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Lane County, Kansas?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Lane County, Kansas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Lane County, Kansas?
- The Plains Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Lane County, Kansas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Lane 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.