Arkansas
Snakes in Jackson County
7 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Jackson 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 Jackson County
Banded Watersnake
Nerodia fasciata
Harmless
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Jackson County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Jackson County, Arkansas?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Jackson County, Arkansas, including Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Jackson County, Arkansas, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Jackson County, Arkansas?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Jackson County, Arkansas, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Jackson County, Arkansas?
- The Banded Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Jackson County, Arkansas, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Jackson 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.