Venomous animals in Oregon
The ones that need the most respect: western rattlesnake. A bite from any of them is a medical emergency.
- 1 dangerous
- 1 medically significant
- 1 painful, rarely serious
Where they turn up in Oregon
- None recorded
- 1 species
- 2
- 3 to 4
- 5 or more
Venomous snakes in Oregon
Venomous snakes in Oregon: map, photos and look-alikes
Venomous spiders in Oregon
Venomous spiders in Oregon: map, photos and look-alikes
Scorpions in Oregon
Scorpions in Oregon: map, photos and look-alikes
When they are out
- Venomous snakes
- Venomous spiders
- Scorpions
Recorded, but not living here
- Rare records Tiger centipede 1 open record, latest 2022
A rare record means someone found or reported the animal once or a few times, but there is no known population. Many are strays, pets or hitchhikers in cargo.
Harmless look-alikes in Oregon
- Black Widow vs False Widow False widow is harmless
- Rattlesnake vs Gopher Snake Gopher snake is harmless
Quick answers for Oregon
Questions
How many venomous snakes live in Oregon?
1 species: Western rattlesnake.
Are there brown recluse spiders in Oregon?
No. There are no open records of the brown recluse from Oregon, and the state is outside its range.
Are there scorpions in Oregon?
Yes: Northern scorpion.
When are venomous animals most active in Oregon?
Most open records from Oregon fall in May to July. Records follow when people are outdoors too, so treat this as a guide, not a rule.
What should I do after a bite or sting?
Call 911 for any venomous snakebite or a severe reaction. For spider bites and scorpion stings, call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222, free and open 24/7.