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