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