Snakes in Grant County

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  Western Rattlesnake

  Crotalus oreganus

  ▲ 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 Grant County

Gopher Snake

Pituophis catenifer

Harmless

Western Rattlesnake

Crotalus oreganus

▲ Venomous

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Western Terrestrial Garter Snake

Thamnophis elegans

Harmless

Prairie Rattlesnake

Crotalus viridis

▲ Venomous

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Pine Snake

Pituophis melanoleucus

Harmless

Desert Nightsnake

Hypsiglena chlorophaea

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Grant County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Grant County, Washington?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Grant County, Washington, including Western Rattlesnake, Prairie Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Grant County, Washington, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Grant County, Washington?

8 snake species have verified records in Grant County, Washington, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Grant County, Washington?

The Gopher Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Grant County, Washington, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Grant 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.

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