Indiana
Snakes in Martin County
15 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Martin 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 Martin County
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Common Wormsnake
Carphophis amoenus
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
Black Kingsnake
Lampropeltis nigra
Harmless
Smooth Earthsnake
Virginia valeriae
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Martin County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Martin County, Indiana?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Martin County, Indiana, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Martin County, Indiana, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Martin County, Indiana?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Martin County, Indiana, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Martin County, Indiana?
- The Common Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Martin County, Indiana, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Martin 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.