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