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