South Dakota
Snakes in Haakon County
3 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Haakon County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Milksnake
Lampropeltis gentilis
Harmless
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Haakon County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Haakon County, South Dakota?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Haakon County, South Dakota. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Haakon County, South Dakota?
- 3 snake species have verified records in Haakon County, South Dakota.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Haakon County, South Dakota?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Haakon County, South Dakota, based on verified wildlife observations.