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