In contrast to other states in America, Montana has one of the smallest snake populations in the country. Due to Montana's colder, harsher climate, ectothermic reptiles such as snakes that are unable to internally regulate their temperature have a more difficult time surviving in the state.

For this reason, Montana hosts only ten native snake species, according to the Montana Department of Agriculture , a notably smaller number than warmer states in America. In comparison, Texas, the U.S. state with the largest snake population , boasts over 115 snake species and subspecies.

Only one venomous snake species is found in Montana: the prairie rattlesnake. The other nine snake species are all non-venomous: common garter snakes, bullsnakes, North American racers, northern rubber boas, pl

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