9 States That Are Hotspots For Rattlesnakes

Oregon

Rattlesnakes can be found in various habitats in Oregon, including deserts, grasslands, and forests. The western rattlesnake (Crotalus oreganus) is one species found in the state.

Kansas

Kansas has a diverse range of ecosystems, including prairies, forests, and farmland, which provide suitable habitats for several species of rattlesnakes, including the timber rattlesnake (Crotalus horridus)

Iowa

While not as common as in some other states, rattlesnakes can still be found in certain areas of Iowa, particularly in the southern and western parts of the state where the terrain is more rugged.

Louisiana

Louisiana's warm climate and diverse habitats, including swamps, marshes, and forests, provide ideal conditions for several species of rattlesnakes, such as the eastern diamondback rattlesnake (Crotalus adamanteus)

Mississippi

Similar to Louisiana, Mississippi's varied landscape, including coastal plains, forests, and wetlands, provides suitable habitats for rattlesnakes like the eastern diamondback and timber rattlesnake.

Nebraska

Rattlesnakes are found in various regions of Nebraska, particularly in the western and central parts of the state where the terrain is more arid. Species such as the prairie rattlesnake and the western rattlesnake are native to Nebraska.

Indiana

While rattlesnakes are not as common in Indiana as in some other states, they can still be found in certain areas, especially in the southern part of the state where the landscape is more rugged and forested.

New York

Rattlesnakes are found in certain regions of New York, particularly in the southeastern part of the state where the terrain is more rocky and forested. The timber rattlesnake is one species native to New York.

Ohio

While rattlesnakes are not as abundant in Ohio as in some other states, they can still be found in certain areas, particularly in the southern part of the state where the landscape is more hilly and forested. The timber rattlesnake is one species found in Ohio.