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