Georgia
Snakes in Montgomery County
5 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Montgomery 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 Montgomery County
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Red Cornsnake
Pantherophis guttatus
Harmless
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
Crotalus adamanteus
Venomous
Mudsnake
Farancia abacura
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Montgomery County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Montgomery County, Georgia?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Montgomery County, Georgia, including Timber Rattlesnake, Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Montgomery County, Georgia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Montgomery County, Georgia?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Montgomery County, Georgia, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Montgomery County, Georgia?
- The Rough Greensnake is the most frequently reported snake in Montgomery County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Montgomery 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.