Snakes in Nolan 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.

Every snake recorded in Nolan County

Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake

Crotalus atrox

▲ Venomous

Checkered Garter Snake

Thamnophis marcianus

Harmless

Common Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Harmless

Western Ribbon Snake

Thamnophis proximus

Harmless

Western Ratsnake

Pantherophis obsoletus

Harmless

Plain-bellied Watersnake

Nerodia erythrogaster

Harmless

Diamondback Watersnake

Nerodia rhombifer

Harmless

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Great Plains Ratsnake

Pantherophis emoryi

Harmless

Pine Snake

Pituophis melanoleucus

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Long-nosed Snake

Rhinocheilus lecontei

Harmless

Plains Hognose Snake

Heterodon nasicus

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Nolan County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Nolan County, Texas?

Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Nolan County, Texas, including Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Nolan County, Texas, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Nolan County, Texas?

10+ snake species have verified records in Nolan County, Texas, of which 1 is venomous.

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

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

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