Kentucky
Snakes in Simpson County
4 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Simpson County
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Prairie Kingsnake
Lampropeltis calligaster
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Simpson County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Simpson County, Kentucky?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Simpson County, Kentucky. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Simpson County, Kentucky?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Simpson County, Kentucky.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Simpson County, Kentucky?
- The DeKay's Brownsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Simpson County, Kentucky, based on verified wildlife observations.