Georgia
Snakes in Brooks County
7 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Brooks County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Eastern Diamondback RattlesnakeCrotalus adamanteusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Brooks County
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Banded Watersnake
Nerodia fasciata
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Red Cornsnake
Pantherophis guttatus
Harmless
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
Crotalus adamanteus
Venomous
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Brooks County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Brooks County, Georgia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Brooks County, Georgia, including Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Brooks County, Georgia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Brooks County, Georgia?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Brooks County, Georgia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Brooks County, Georgia?
- The North American Racer is the most frequently reported snake in Brooks County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Brooks 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.