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