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