Illinois
Snakes in Saline County
9 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Saline County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Timber RattlesnakeCrotalus horridusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Saline County
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Prairie Kingsnake
Lampropeltis calligaster
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Saline County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Saline County, Illinois?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Saline County, Illinois, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Saline County, Illinois, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Saline County, Illinois?
- 9 snake species have verified records in Saline County, Illinois, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Saline County, Illinois?
- The Gray Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Saline County, Illinois, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Saline County, Illinois?
- 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.