There are 42 different kinds of snakes in the State of Kansas, but only seven of them are venomous.

K-State Extension Wildlife Specialist Drew Ricketts says some of those snakes are more common than others.  Ricketts says the best thing to do when encountering a snake is to just leave it alone.

Warmer weather means snake sightings can increase around creeks, ponds, brush piles, barns and rocky areas. Wear boots when walking in tall grass or wooded areas and watch where you place your hands around rocks, wood piles or brush.