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