Kansas
Snakes in Republic County
10 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Republic 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 Republic County
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Lined Snake
Tropidoclonion lineatum
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Red Cornsnake
Pantherophis guttatus
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
Western Massasauga
Sistrurus tergeminus
Venomous
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Republic County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Republic County, Kansas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Republic County, Kansas, including Western Massasauga. Most snakes in Republic County, Kansas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Republic County, Kansas?
- 10 snake species have verified records in Republic County, Kansas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Republic County, Kansas?
- The Ring-necked Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Republic County, Kansas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Republic 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.