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