Are there venomous snakes in Manatee County, Florida?

Yes. 5 venomous snake species have verified records in Manatee County, Florida, including Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, Florida Cottonmouth, Eastern Coralsnake, Pygmy Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Manatee County, Florida, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Manatee County, Florida?

20+ snake species have verified records in Manatee County, Florida, of which 5 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Manatee County, Florida?

The North American Racer is the most frequently reported snake in Manatee County, Florida, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Manatee County, Florida?

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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Snakes in Manatee County

27 species have been documented here, 5 of them venomous.

Venomous snakes in Manatee County

Full guide & what to do if bitten →

Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
Crotalus adamanteus
Venomous
Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Florida Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon conanti
Venomous
Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Eastern Coralsnake
Micrurus fulvius
Venomous
Rings of red, yellow, and black where red touches yellow; small rounded head and round pupils.
Pygmy Rattlesnake
Sistrurus miliarius
Venomous
Stout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.

Snakes in Manatee County

Venomous snakes in Manatee County

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