Georgia
Snakes in Tift County
13 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Tift County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
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 Tift County
Banded Watersnake
Nerodia fasciata
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
Crotalus adamanteus
Venomous
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Red Cornsnake
Pantherophis guttatus
Harmless
Mudsnake
Farancia abacura
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Tift County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Tift County, Georgia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Tift County, Georgia, including Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Tift County, Georgia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Tift County, Georgia?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Tift County, Georgia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Tift County, Georgia?
- The Banded Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Tift County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Tift 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.