Oklahoma Rattlesnake

6 Most Rattlesnake Infested Areas in Oklahoma. More than 40 species of snakes are found in Oklahoma, including five species of rattlesnakes typically found in regions with rocky terrain, grasslands, and woodlands the timber rattlesnake Crotalus horridus, western diamondback rattlesnake Crotalus atrox, western massasauga rattlesnake Sistrurus tergeminus, western pygmy rattlesnake

Western Diamond-backed Rattlesnake. Scientific name Crotalus atrox. Venomous Yes. Western Diamon-backed Rattlesnakes are one of the species with the potential to be lethal in Oklahoma. This snake rarely injects sufficient venom to kill a person but this can happen. Rare deaths following its bite have been recorded.

Thank you all for going to our 86th Annual Rattlesnake Roundup. We really enjoyed having you all come and experience the festival. Congratulations to all local and professional hunters that entered the longest snake measurement. Professional 1st place Pat Meeks Enid, Ok 72quot 6.7lbs 2nd place Stan Bouse amp Rick Caywood Sand Spings, Ok 71 14quot 5.1lbs

NOTE We've decided to go with the term quotharmlessquot instead of quotnon-venomousquot because several innocuous species in Oklahoma are technically rear-fanged venomous but they are medically insignificant to humans. So while some harmless species are larger and can deliver a decent bite, they aren't going to send you to the hospital because of it.

Coloration varies, as there are three subspecies of Pygmy Rattlesnake. Thick body, dark bands that run from the corners of the eyes to the jaw, a small rattle prone to breaking, and elliptical pupils. This species is the smallest rattlesnake found in Oklahoma! Pygmy Rattlesnakes occupy a wide variety of habitats.

Learn about the different snake species in Oklahoma, including venomous and non-venomous ones. Find out how to identify, avoid and deal with snakes safely and responsibly.

Massasaugas are a small, grassland rattlesnake that are more likely found in northern and western Oklahoma. All can be legally hunted during rattlesnake season except pygmy rattlesnakes. Rattlesnake Hunts in Oklahoma. Waurika Rattlesnake Festival April 8-11. Waynoka Rattlesnake Hunt April 9-11. Apache Rattlesnake Festival April 15-18

The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, one of Oklahoma's most iconic and venomous reptiles, is certainly a snake that demands respect. Known for its impressive size and striking appearance. This rattlesnake can grow up to 8 feet long and has a series of distinctive diamond-shaped markings along its back, hence its name.

The only remotely similar snake is the western pygmy rattlesnake, which is much smaller in size usually less than two feet in total length, has spots rather than cross bands, and has a very small rattle. This profile was created by Dr. Laurie Vitt as part of a partnership between the Wildlife Department and the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum

Learn about the five species of rattlesnakes in Oklahoma, their ranges, appearances, behaviors, and venoms. Find out how to identify and avoid these pit vipers and what to do if bitten.