Arkansas
Snakes in Dallas County
6 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Dallas County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Northern CottonmouthAgkistrodon piscivorusVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Dallas County
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
Speckled Kingsnake
Lampropeltis holbrooki
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Dallas County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Dallas County, Arkansas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Dallas County, Arkansas, including Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Dallas County, Arkansas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Dallas County, Arkansas?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Dallas County, Arkansas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Dallas County, Arkansas?
- The Western Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Dallas County, Arkansas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Dallas County, Arkansas?
- Keep your distance and do not try to catch or kill it. Most bites happen when people handle or corner a snake. If someone is bitten, contact local emergency services or poison control immediately.