Snakes in Perry County

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  Eastern Copperhead

  Agkistrodon contortrix

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.

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  Timber Rattlesnake

  Crotalus horridus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

Every snake recorded in Perry County

Eastern Copperhead

Agkistrodon contortrix

▲ Venomous

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Gray Ratsnake

Pantherophis spiloides

Harmless

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Perry County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Perry County, Kentucky?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Perry County, Kentucky, including Eastern Copperhead, Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Perry County, Kentucky, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Perry County, Kentucky?

5 snake species have verified records in Perry County, Kentucky, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Perry County, Kentucky?

The Eastern Copperhead is the most frequently reported snake in Perry County, Kentucky, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Perry 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.

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