Snakes

Some of the most common snake species found on the Kansas River are shown below. Click on the each picture to go to the Kansas Herpetofaunal Atlas species account, or another site, to learn more about the snake species you are interested n. If you want more information you can download “A Pocket Guide to Kansas Snakes” by Suzanne Collins.

Water snake swimming, filmed during a Friends of the Kaw float trip on the Upper Wakarusa River.

Common Garter Snake

Common Garter Snake

Eastern Hognose Snake

Eastern Hognose Snake

Eastern Racer

Eastern Racer

Northern Water Snake

Northern Water Snake

Western Rat Snake

Western Rat Snake

Photos are courtesy of Suzanne Collins. We would also like to thank Joe Collins for his generous help.