South Dakota records
Western Milksnake in South Dakota
HarmlessLampropeltis gentilis
Yes. The Western Milksnake has been recorded in 8 South Dakota counties. It is non-venomous (harmless). Smooth, glossy scales with bold bands or chain-like patterns. Milksnakes mimic coral snakes, but red touches black.
South Dakota counties with Western Milksnake records
8 listedSee the full Western Milksnake profile or all snakes in South Dakota.