What states don't have rattlesnakes?

The best American state for snake-o-phobes is Alaska, home to no poisonous serpents. In fact, no snakes of any kind have been documented as permanent homesteaders. Close also-rans are Hawaii and Maine, with respectively one and one possible venomous snake species.
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What states do not have rattlesnakes?

The 4 U.S. states that do not have any species of venomous snakes are:
  • Alaska.
  • Hawaii.
  • Maine.
  • Rhode Island.
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Are there rattlesnakes in every state?

Rattlesnakes are found in almost every part of the continental United States, but they're especially common in the Southwest. Mexico, Central America, and South America are also homes to rattlesnakes.
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Is there anywhere in the US where there are no snakes?

That makes Alaska one of two states to be snake-free, the other being Hawaii. As an island, Hawaii is more representative of why most countries without snakes have gotten so lucky: They're geographically isolated.
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Which states have the least number of snakes?

Alaska has no snake species.
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Is it true that Hawaii has no snakes?

Snakes are illegal in Hawaii. They have no natural predators here and pose a serious threat to Hawaii's environment because they compete with native animal populations for food and habitat. Many species also prey on birds and their eggs, increasing the threat to endangered native birds.
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Does New York have snakes?

Common Snakes of New York

The most widespread and frequently encountered snakes in New York state are the garter snake and the water snake. Garter snakes use a wide variety of habitats, from woodlands to marshes to fields and exist quite well around human habitations.
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Are there rattlesnakes in Alaska?

Alaska is famous for its complete absence of snakes, something most people - especially people from venomous snake country - fully appreciate. There are no lizards, freshwater turtles, or snakes in Alaska. The only reptiles in Alaska are rare sightings of sea turtles.
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Is there rattlesnakes in Montana?

The Western rattlesnake is Montana's only poisonous snake. It has a triangular head, blunt nose, narrow neck, stout body and a tail that ends in a rattle. Rattlesnakes are found in most of Montana and are 15 to 60 inches long.
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Are there rattlesnakes in Wyoming?

The state of Wyoming has only two species of venomous snakes, both of which are rattlesnakes.
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What state has most rattlesnakes?

The greatest concentration of them is in the Southwestern United States and in Northern Mexico. Arizona is home to 13 species of rattler, more than any other state.
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Do rattlesnakes live in North Carolina?

North Carolina is home to three rattlesnake species: the Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, Timber Rattlesnake and Pigmy Rattlesnake. These, along with the Cotton- mouth and Copperhead, are pit vipers.
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Are there rattlesnakes in Georgia?

Timber rattlesnakes are found throughout the entirety of Georgia, except for a few locations in the extreme southwestern corner. In the United States, they are found across most of the eastern half of the country. They prefer wooded, undisturbed areas—especially mixed pine-hardwood forests.
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Do cowboy boots protect against snake bites?

Protecting against snake bites is an additional bonus. Cowboy boots, prominent heels, and smooth soles were made for use with the stirrup of a saddle. Heavy leather cowboy boots provide adequate protection against snake bites.
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What US state is home to no documented poisonous snakes?

The best American state for snake-o-phobes is Alaska, home to no poisonous serpents. In fact, no snakes of any kind have been documented as permanent homesteaders. Close also-rans are Hawaii and Maine, with respectively one and one possible venomous snake species.
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Do rattlesnakes live in Colorado?

Colorado is home to three venomous snakes: the western massasauga rattlesnake, the midget faded rattlesnake and the prairie rattlesnake.
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Are rattlesnakes in Michigan?

Eastern massasauga rattlesnakes, the only venomous snake in Michigan, are shy creatures that will avoid humans whenever possible. Also known as "swamp rattlers," they spend the vast majority of their time in year-round wetlands hunting their primary prey, mice.
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Are there rattlesnakes in Arizona?

PHOENIX — As Arizonans get out to experience the trails and outdoors, it is important to remember that Arizona is home to 13 species of rattlesnake. The ones encountered most often are the Western diamondback, Mojave, black-tailed and sidewinder.
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What US state has the most snakes?

The Central Texas region has the largest number of species. As for parts of Texas where there are many individuals, West Texas, Central Texas and South Texas are great places to go to find snakes.
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Are there rattlesnakes in South Dakota?

The Prairie Rattlesnake is South Dakota's only venomous snake. Although these snakes enjoy open grasslands and prairies, they may also seek out forested environments.
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Does Oregon have poisonous snakes?

There are 15 native snake species in Oregon. Of these, only the Western Rattlesnake has poisonous venom that is dangerous to humans.
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What places don't have snakes?

States/areas with no snakes:
  • Siberia (Northern Russia)
  • Alaska.
  • Greenland.
  • Antarctica.
  • Central and Northern Canada.
  • The southern tip of Argentina and Chile.
  • The northern part of Finland, and anywhere north of the Arctic Circle.
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Are there any snakes in Central Park?

There are no native snake species living in the wild in Central Park. Many city dwellers get startled when they hear of escaped snakes running through their streets. New York residents outside New York City limits encounter up to seventeen different snake species, depending on how far they roam their state.
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Are there snakes in Manhattan?

Regular Residents. Eastern Garter, Northern Red-Bellied and Northern Ring-Necked Snakes can turn up anywhere, even on unused lots in Manhattan, but are nowhere common.
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Are there snakes in Chicago?

Chicago's four most common species of snake — common garter snake, northern water snake, smooth green snake and fox snake — are coming out of hibernation.
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