Georgia
Snakes in Worth County
7 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Worth 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 Worth County
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Brown Watersnake
Nerodia taxispilota
Harmless
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
Crotalus adamanteus
Venomous
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Worth County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Worth County, Georgia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Worth County, Georgia, including Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Worth County, Georgia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Worth County, Georgia?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Worth County, Georgia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Worth County, Georgia?
- The North American Racer is the most frequently reported snake in Worth County, Georgia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Worth 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.