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