Snakes in Jackson County

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  Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

  Crotalus atrox

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

Every snake recorded in Jackson County

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Checkered Garter Snake

Thamnophis marcianus

Harmless

Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

Crotalus atrox

▲ Venomous

Western Ratsnake

Pantherophis obsoletus

Harmless

Plain-bellied Watersnake

Nerodia erythrogaster

Harmless

Diamondback Watersnake

Nerodia rhombifer

Harmless

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Graham's Crawfish Snake

Regina grahamii

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Ground Snake

Sonora semiannulata

Harmless

DeKay's Brownsnake

Storeria dekayi

Harmless

Western Ribbon Snake

Thamnophis proximus

Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Jackson County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Jackson County, Oklahoma?

Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Jackson County, Oklahoma, including Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Jackson County, Oklahoma, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Jackson County, Oklahoma?

10+ snake species have verified records in Jackson County, Oklahoma, of which 1 is venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Jackson County, Oklahoma?

The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Jackson County, Oklahoma, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Jackson County, Oklahoma?

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.

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