Nebraska
Snakes in Kimball County
5 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Kimball 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 Kimball County

Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless

Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous

Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless

North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Kimball County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Kimball County, Nebraska?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Kimball County, Nebraska, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Kimball County, Nebraska, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Kimball County, Nebraska?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Kimball County, Nebraska, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Kimball County, Nebraska?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Kimball County, Nebraska, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Kimball 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.