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