Indiana
Snakes in Boone County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Boone County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Eastern MassasaugaSistrurus catenatusVenomousStout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Every snake recorded in Boone County
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Common Wormsnake
Carphophis amoenus
Harmless
Eastern Massasauga
Sistrurus catenatus
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Boone County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Boone County, Indiana?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Boone County, Indiana, including Eastern Massasauga. Most snakes in Boone County, Indiana, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Boone County, Indiana?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Boone County, Indiana, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Boone County, Indiana?
- The Common Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Boone County, Indiana, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Boone County, Indiana?
- 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.