Indiana
Snakes in Harrison County
13 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Harrison County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Eastern CopperheadAgkistrodon contortrixVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Harrison County
Common Wormsnake
Carphophis amoenus
Harmless
Smooth Earthsnake
Virginia valeriae
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Black Kingsnake
Lampropeltis nigra
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Harrison County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Harrison County, Indiana?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Harrison County, Indiana, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Harrison County, Indiana, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Harrison County, Indiana?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Harrison County, Indiana, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Harrison County, Indiana?
- The Common Wormsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Harrison County, Indiana, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Harrison 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.