Snakes in Kent 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.

Every snake recorded in Kent County

Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

Crotalus atrox

▲ Venomous

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Checkered Garter Snake

Thamnophis marcianus

Harmless

Great Plains Ratsnake

Pantherophis emoryi

Harmless

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Glossy Snake

Arizona elegans

Harmless

Long-nosed Snake

Rhinocheilus lecontei

Harmless

Ground Snake

Sonora semiannulata

Harmless

Plains Black-headed Snake

Tantilla nigriceps

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Kent County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Kent County, Texas?

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

How many snake species live in Kent County, Texas?

11 snake species have verified records in Kent County, Texas, of which 2 are venomous.

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

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

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