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