Oregon
Snakes in Deschutes County
10 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Deschutes 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 Deschutes County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Northern Rubber Boa
Charina bottae
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Striped Whipsnake
Masticophis taeniatus
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Northwestern Garter Snake
Thamnophis ordinoides
Harmless
Desert Nightsnake
Hypsiglena chlorophaea
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Deschutes County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Deschutes County, Oregon?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Deschutes County, Oregon, including Western Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Deschutes County, Oregon, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Deschutes County, Oregon?
- 10 snake species have verified records in Deschutes County, Oregon, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Deschutes County, Oregon?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Deschutes County, Oregon, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Deschutes 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.