Kentucky
Snakes in Knott County
6 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Knott County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Timber RattlesnakeCrotalus horridusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Eastern CopperheadAgkistrodon contortrixVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Knott County
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Knott County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Knott County, Kentucky?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Knott County, Kentucky, including Timber Rattlesnake, Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Knott County, Kentucky, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Knott County, Kentucky?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Knott County, Kentucky, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Knott County, Kentucky?
- The Gray Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Knott County, Kentucky, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Knott 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.