Kansas
Snakes in Sheridan County
6 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Sheridan 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 Sheridan County
Western Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis proximus
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Sheridan County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Sheridan County, Kansas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Sheridan County, Kansas, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Sheridan County, Kansas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Sheridan County, Kansas?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Sheridan County, Kansas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Sheridan County, Kansas?
- The Western Ribbon Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Sheridan County, Kansas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Sheridan 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.