Georgia
Snakes in Morgan County
7 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Morgan County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Eastern CopperheadAgkistrodon contortrixVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Morgan County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Southeastern Crowned Snake
Tantilla coronata
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Morgan County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Morgan County, Georgia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Morgan County, Georgia, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Morgan County, Georgia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Morgan County, Georgia?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Morgan County, Georgia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Morgan County, Georgia?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Morgan County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Morgan 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.