Georgia
Snakes in Lincoln County
6 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Lincoln County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Pygmy RattlesnakeSistrurus miliariusVenomousStout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Every snake recorded in Lincoln County

Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless

Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless

Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless

Pygmy Rattlesnake
Sistrurus miliarius
Venomous

Brown Watersnake
Nerodia taxispilota
Harmless

Smooth Earthsnake
Virginia valeriae
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Lincoln County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Lincoln County, Georgia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Lincoln County, Georgia, including Pygmy Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Lincoln County, Georgia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Lincoln County, Georgia?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Lincoln County, Georgia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Lincoln County, Georgia?
- The Eastern Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Lincoln County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Lincoln 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.