Washington
Snakes in Douglas County
7 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Douglas County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Western RattlesnakeCrotalus oreganusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Prairie RattlesnakeCrotalus viridisVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Douglas County
Gopher Snake
Pituophis catenifer
Harmless
Western Rattlesnake
Crotalus oreganus
Venomous
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Northwestern Garter Snake
Thamnophis ordinoides
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Prairie Rattlesnake
Crotalus viridis
Venomous
Northern Rubber Boa
Charina bottae
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Douglas County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Douglas County, Washington?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Douglas County, Washington, including Western Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Douglas County, Washington, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Douglas County, Washington?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Douglas County, Washington, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Douglas County, Washington?
- The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Douglas County, Washington, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Douglas County, Washington?
- 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.