Iowa
Snakes in Benton County
4 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Benton County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Plains Garter Snake
Thamnophis radix
Harmless
Western Foxsnake
Pantherophis ramspotti
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Benton County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Benton County, Iowa?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Benton County, Iowa. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Benton County, Iowa?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Benton County, Iowa.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Benton County, Iowa?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Benton County, Iowa, based on verified wildlife observations.