Texas
Snakes in Hansford County
7 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Hansford 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 Hansford County
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Checkered Garter Snake
Thamnophis marcianus
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Great Plains Ratsnake
Pantherophis emoryi
Harmless
Plains Hognose Snake
Heterodon nasicus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Hansford County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Hansford County, Texas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Hansford County, Texas, including Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Hansford County, Texas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Hansford County, Texas?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Hansford County, Texas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Hansford County, Texas?
- The Prairie Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Hansford County, Texas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Hansford 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.