Snakes in Haskell 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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  Western Massasauga

  Sistrurus tergeminus

  ▲ Venomous

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

Every snake recorded in Haskell County

Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

Crotalus atrox

▲ Venomous

Western Ribbon Snake

Thamnophis proximus

Harmless

Western Massasauga

Sistrurus tergeminus

▲ Venomous

Checkered Garter Snake

Thamnophis marcianus

Harmless

Diamondback Watersnake

Nerodia rhombifer

Harmless

Brazos River Watersnake

Nerodia harteri

Harmless

Plain-bellied Watersnake

Nerodia erythrogaster

Harmless

Great Plains Ratsnake

Pantherophis emoryi

Harmless

Speckled Kingsnake

Lampropeltis holbrooki

Harmless

Long-nosed Snake

Rhinocheilus lecontei

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Haskell County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Haskell County, Texas?

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

How many snake species live in Haskell County, Texas?

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

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

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

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