Snakes in Dooly County

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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.

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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 Dooly County

Northern Cottonmouth

Agkistrodon piscivorus

▲ Venomous

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Eastern Kingsnake

Lampropeltis getula

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Dooly County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Dooly County, Georgia?

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

How many snake species live in Dooly County, Georgia?

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

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

The Northern Cottonmouth is the most frequently reported snake in Dooly County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.

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