Kentucky
Snakes in Hickman County
5 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Hickman County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Northern CottonmouthAgkistrodon piscivorusVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Hickman County
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Diamondback Watersnake
Nerodia rhombifer
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Hickman County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Hickman County, Kentucky?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Hickman County, Kentucky, including Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Hickman County, Kentucky, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Hickman County, Kentucky?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Hickman County, Kentucky, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Hickman County, Kentucky?
- The Northern Cottonmouth is the most frequently reported snake in Hickman County, Kentucky, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Hickman 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.