Snakes in Grady County

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  Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

  Crotalus adamanteus

  ▲ Venomous

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

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  Eastern Coralsnake

  Micrurus fulvius

  ▲ Venomous

  Rings of red, yellow, and black where red touches yellow; small rounded head and round pupils.

Every snake recorded in Grady County

Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

Crotalus adamanteus

▲ Venomous

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Western Ratsnake

Pantherophis obsoletus

Harmless

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Gray Ratsnake

Pantherophis spiloides

Harmless

Red Cornsnake

Pantherophis guttatus

Harmless

Smooth Earthsnake

Virginia valeriae

Harmless

Eastern Coralsnake

Micrurus fulvius

▲ Venomous

Scarlet Kingsnake

Lampropeltis elapsoides

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Grady County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Grady County, Georgia?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Grady County, Georgia, including Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, Eastern Coralsnake. Most snakes in Grady County, Georgia, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Grady County, Georgia?

10 snake species have verified records in Grady County, Georgia, of which 2 are venomous.

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

The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Grady County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.

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