Georgia
Snakes in Jenkins County
10 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Jenkins 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.
Every snake recorded in Jenkins County
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Banded Watersnake
Nerodia fasciata
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Brown Watersnake
Nerodia taxispilota
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Rainbow Snake
Farancia erytrogramma
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Jenkins County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Jenkins County, Georgia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Jenkins County, Georgia, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Jenkins County, Georgia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Jenkins County, Georgia?
- 10 snake species have verified records in Jenkins County, Georgia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Jenkins County, Georgia?
- The Eastern Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Jenkins County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Jenkins 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.