Kansas
Snakes in McPherson County
13 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in McPherson County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Western MassasaugaSistrurus tergeminusVenomousStout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Every snake recorded in McPherson County
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Lined Snake
Tropidoclonion lineatum
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Prairie Kingsnake
Lampropeltis calligaster
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Western Massasauga
Sistrurus tergeminus
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in McPherson County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in McPherson County, Kansas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in McPherson County, Kansas, including Western Massasauga. Most snakes in McPherson County, Kansas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in McPherson County, Kansas?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in McPherson County, Kansas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in McPherson County, Kansas?
- The Common Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in McPherson County, Kansas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in McPherson 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.