Snakes in Randolph County

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  Eastern Copperhead

  Agkistrodon contortrix

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.

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  Pygmy Rattlesnake

  Sistrurus miliarius

  ▲ Venomous

  Stout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.

Every snake recorded in Randolph County

Western Ratsnake

Pantherophis obsoletus

Harmless

Eastern Copperhead

Agkistrodon contortrix

▲ Venomous

Speckled Kingsnake

Lampropeltis holbrooki

Harmless

Common Watersnake

Nerodia sipedon

Harmless

Rough Greensnake

Opheodrys aestivus

Harmless

Pygmy Rattlesnake

Sistrurus miliarius

▲ Venomous

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

DeKay's Brownsnake

Storeria dekayi

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Plain-bellied Watersnake

Nerodia erythrogaster

Harmless

Eastern Milksnake

Lampropeltis triangulum

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Randolph County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Randolph County, Arkansas?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Randolph County, Arkansas, including Eastern Copperhead, Pygmy Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Randolph County, Arkansas, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Randolph County, Arkansas?

10+ snake species have verified records in Randolph County, Arkansas, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Randolph County, Arkansas?

The Western Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Randolph County, Arkansas, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Randolph 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.

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