Oregon
Snakes in Crook County
9 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Crook County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Western RattlesnakeCrotalus oreganusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Prairie RattlesnakeCrotalus viridisVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Crook County

Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless

Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous

Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless

Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous

Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless

Northern Rubber Boa
Charina bottae
Harmless

North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless

Desert Nightsnake
Hypsiglena chlorophaea
Harmless

Striped Whipsnake
Masticophis taeniatus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Crook County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Crook County, Oregon?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Crook County, Oregon, including Western Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Crook County, Oregon, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Crook County, Oregon?
- 9 snake species have verified records in Crook County, Oregon, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Crook County, Oregon?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Crook County, Oregon, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Crook County, Oregon?
- 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.