Snakes will often enter homes and yards, searching for food and shelter. They are a very beneficial animal to have around your yard. They provide free and natural rodent control. The most common snake in Kansas is the common garter snake. They are small, harmless snakes, but they will bite you if picked up. If you come across a snake in your yard, we recommend leaving it alone. However, snakes can become a problem if they’ve slithered into people’s homes or for those who have a fear of snakes.