Georgia
Snakes in Emanuel County
14 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Emanuel County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Timber RattlesnakeCrotalus horridusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
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 Emanuel County
Rainbow Snake
Farancia erytrogramma
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Banded Watersnake
Nerodia fasciata
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
Brown Watersnake
Nerodia taxispilota
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
Crotalus adamanteus
Venomous
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Mudsnake
Farancia abacura
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Emanuel County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Emanuel County, Georgia?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Emanuel County, Georgia, including Timber Rattlesnake, Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Emanuel County, Georgia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Emanuel County, Georgia?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Emanuel County, Georgia, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Emanuel County, Georgia?
- The Rainbow Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Emanuel County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Emanuel 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.