Are there venomous snakes in Martin County, Florida?

Yes. 4 venomous snake species have verified records in Martin County, Florida, including Eastern Coralsnake, Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, Pygmy Rattlesnake, Florida Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Martin County, Florida, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Martin County, Florida?

20+ snake species have verified records in Martin County, Florida, of which 4 are venomous.

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

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

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Martin 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 Martin County

29 species have been documented here, 4 of them venomous.

Venomous snakes in Martin County

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

Snakes in Martin County

Venomous snakes in Martin County

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