Illinois
Snakes in Cumberland County
4 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Cumberland County
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Cumberland County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Cumberland County, Illinois?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Cumberland County, Illinois. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Cumberland County, Illinois?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Cumberland County, Illinois.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Cumberland County, Illinois?
- The Common Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Cumberland County, Illinois, based on verified wildlife observations.