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