Snakes in Childress County

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  Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

  Crotalus atrox

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

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  Prairie Rattlesnake

  Crotalus viridis

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

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  Western Massasauga

  Sistrurus tergeminus

  ▲ Venomous

  Stout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.

Every snake recorded in Childress County

Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

Crotalus atrox

▲ Venomous

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Checkered Garter Snake

Thamnophis marcianus

Harmless

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Texas Blind Snake

Rena dulcis

Harmless

Glossy Snake

Arizona elegans

Harmless

Chihuahuan Nightsnake

Hypsiglena jani

Harmless

Western Massasauga

Sistrurus tergeminus

▲ Venomous

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Childress County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Childress County, Texas?

Yes. 3 venomous snake species have verified records in Childress County, Texas, including Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake, Western Massasauga. Most snakes in Childress County, Texas, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Childress County, Texas?

11 snake species have verified records in Childress County, Texas, of which 3 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Childress County, Texas?

The Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Childress County, Texas, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Childress County, Texas?

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.

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