Kansas
Snakes in Sherman County
6 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Sherman 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 Sherman 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
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Sherman County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Sherman County, Kansas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Sherman County, Kansas, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Sherman County, Kansas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Sherman County, Kansas?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Sherman County, Kansas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Sherman County, Kansas?
- The Plains Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Sherman County, Kansas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Sherman 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.