Snakes in Bleckley 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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  Timber Rattlesnake

  Crotalus horridus

  ▲ Venomous

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

Every snake recorded in Bleckley County

Eastern Copperhead

Agkistrodon contortrix

▲ Venomous

Plain-bellied Watersnake

Nerodia erythrogaster

Harmless

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Bleckley County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Bleckley County, Georgia?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Bleckley County, Georgia, including Eastern Copperhead, Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Bleckley County, Georgia, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Bleckley County, Georgia?

3 snake species have verified records in Bleckley County, Georgia, of which 2 are venomous.

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

The Eastern Copperhead is the most frequently reported snake in Bleckley County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Bleckley 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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