Georgia
Snakes in Toombs County
9 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Toombs 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 Toombs County
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
Crotalus adamanteus
Venomous
Banded Watersnake
Nerodia fasciata
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Common Coachwhip
Masticophis flagellum
Harmless
Mudsnake
Farancia abacura
Harmless
Pine Snake
Pituophis melanoleucus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Toombs County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Toombs County, Georgia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Toombs County, Georgia, including Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Toombs County, Georgia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Toombs County, Georgia?
- 9 snake species have verified records in Toombs County, Georgia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Toombs County, Georgia?
- The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Toombs County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Toombs 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.