Oregon
Snakes in Curry County
11 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Curry 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.
Every snake recorded in Curry County
Northwestern Garter Snake
Thamnophis ordinoides
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Aquatic Garter Snake
Thamnophis atratus
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Sierra Garter Snake
Thamnophis couchii
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
California Mountain Kingsnake
Lampropeltis zonata
Harmless
Northern Rubber Boa
Charina bottae
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Curry County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Curry County, Oregon?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Curry County, Oregon, including Western Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Curry County, Oregon, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Curry County, Oregon?
- 11 snake species have verified records in Curry County, Oregon, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Curry County, Oregon?
- The Northwestern Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Curry County, Oregon, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Curry 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.