Kentucky
Snakes in McCracken County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in McCracken 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 McCracken County
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Black Kingsnake
Lampropeltis nigra
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in McCracken County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in McCracken County, Kentucky?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in McCracken County, Kentucky, including Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in McCracken County, Kentucky, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in McCracken County, Kentucky?
- 8 snake species have verified records in McCracken County, Kentucky, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in McCracken County, Kentucky?
- The DeKay's Brownsnake is the most frequently reported snake in McCracken County, Kentucky, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in McCracken 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.