Arkansas
Snakes in Independence County
12 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Independence County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Timber RattlesnakeCrotalus horridusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Independence County
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Speckled Kingsnake
Lampropeltis holbrooki
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
Smooth Earthsnake
Virginia valeriae
Harmless
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Western Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis proximus
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Independence County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Independence County, Arkansas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Independence County, Arkansas, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Independence County, Arkansas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Independence County, Arkansas?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Independence County, Arkansas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Independence County, Arkansas?
- The Western Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Independence County, Arkansas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Independence 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.