Snakes in Hamilton 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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  Broad-banded Copperhead

  Agkistrodon laticinctus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.

Every snake recorded in Hamilton County

Western Ratsnake

Pantherophis obsoletus

Harmless

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

Western Ribbon Snake

Thamnophis proximus

Harmless

Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

Crotalus atrox

▲ Venomous

Plain-bellied Watersnake

Nerodia erythrogaster

Harmless

Ground Snake

Sonora semiannulata

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Broad-banded Copperhead

Agkistrodon laticinctus

▲ Venomous

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Great Plains Ratsnake

Pantherophis emoryi

Harmless

Texas Patch-nosed Snake

Salvadora lineata

Harmless

Rough Earthsnake

Virginia striatula

Harmless

DeKay's Brownsnake

Storeria dekayi

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Hamilton County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Hamilton County, Texas?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Hamilton County, Texas, including Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake, Broad-banded Copperhead. Most snakes in Hamilton County, Texas, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Hamilton County, Texas?

10+ snake species have verified records in Hamilton County, Texas, of which 2 are venomous.

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

The Western Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Hamilton County, Texas, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Hamilton 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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