Snakes in Morton 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 Morton County

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Glossy Snake

Arizona elegans

Harmless

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

Plains Garter Snake

Thamnophis radix

Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Long-nosed Snake

Rhinocheilus lecontei

Harmless

Eastern Milksnake

Lampropeltis triangulum

Harmless

Western Milksnake

Lampropeltis gentilis

Harmless

Plains Black-headed Snake

Tantilla nigriceps

Harmless

Checkered Garter Snake

Thamnophis marcianus

Harmless

Pine Snake

Pituophis melanoleucus

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Morton County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Morton County, Kansas?

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

How many snake species live in Morton County, Kansas?

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

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

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

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