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