Snakes in Calhoun County

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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.

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  Northern Cottonmouth

  Agkistrodon piscivorus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.

Every snake recorded in Calhoun County

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Gray Ratsnake

Pantherophis spiloides

Harmless

Plain-bellied Watersnake

Nerodia erythrogaster

Harmless

Banded Watersnake

Nerodia fasciata

Harmless

Northern Cottonmouth

Agkistrodon piscivorus

▲ Venomous

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Calhoun County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Calhoun County, Georgia?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Calhoun County, Georgia, including Timber Rattlesnake, Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Calhoun County, Georgia, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Calhoun County, Georgia?

5 snake species have verified records in Calhoun County, Georgia, of which 2 are venomous.

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

The Timber Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Calhoun County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.

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