Whether inside or out, at home or at play, living in Oklahoma often means dealing
with pests. This page compiles resources from Oklahoma State University experts about
keeping your family safe and prepared against snakes.
Snakebites do not typically occur because the reptile is attacking or being overly
aggressive. Rather, most are the result of the timid creature being startled and going
into self-defense mode.
The vast majority of the more than 40 species of snake found in Oklahoma are nonvenomous,
but that does not mean they do not strike fear in many people.