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