Illinois
Snakes in Moultrie County
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Moultrie County
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Prairie Kingsnake
Lampropeltis calligaster
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Moultrie County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Moultrie County, Illinois?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Moultrie County, Illinois. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Moultrie County, Illinois?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Moultrie County, Illinois.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Moultrie County, Illinois?
- The Common Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Moultrie County, Illinois, based on verified wildlife observations.