Snakes in Wallace 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 Wallace County

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Plains Garter Snake

Thamnophis radix

Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

Plains Black-headed Snake

Tantilla nigriceps

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Wallace County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Wallace County, Kansas?

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

How many snake species live in Wallace County, Kansas?

7 snake species have verified records in Wallace County, Kansas, of which 1 is venomous.

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

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

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