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