South Dakota
Snakes in Meade County
5 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Meade County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Prairie RattlesnakeCrotalus viridisVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Meade County
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Meade County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Meade County, South Dakota?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Meade County, South Dakota, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Meade County, South Dakota, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Meade County, South Dakota?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Meade County, South Dakota, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Meade County, South Dakota?
- The Plains Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Meade County, South Dakota, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Meade County, South Dakota?
- 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.