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