Kentucky
Snakes in Clinton County
4 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Clinton 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 Clinton County
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Clinton County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Clinton County, Kentucky?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Clinton County, Kentucky, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Clinton County, Kentucky, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Clinton County, Kentucky?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Clinton County, Kentucky, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Clinton County, Kentucky?
- The DeKay's Brownsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Clinton County, Kentucky, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Clinton County, Kentucky?
- 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.