Snakes in Appling County

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  Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

  Crotalus adamanteus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

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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 Appling County

Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

Crotalus adamanteus

▲ Venomous

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

DeKay's Brownsnake

Storeria dekayi

Harmless

Rough Greensnake

Opheodrys aestivus

Harmless

Eastern Kingsnake

Lampropeltis getula

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Pygmy Rattlesnake

Sistrurus miliarius

▲ Venomous

Pine Snake

Pituophis melanoleucus

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Appling County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Appling County, Georgia?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Appling County, Georgia, including Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, Pygmy Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Appling County, Georgia, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Appling County, Georgia?

8 snake species have verified records in Appling County, Georgia, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Appling County, Georgia?

The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Appling County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Appling County, Georgia?

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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