Nebraska
Snakes in Garfield County
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Garfield County

Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless

North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless

Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless

Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Garfield County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Garfield County, Nebraska?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Garfield County, Nebraska. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Garfield County, Nebraska?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Garfield County, Nebraska.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Garfield County, Nebraska?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Garfield County, Nebraska, based on verified wildlife observations.