Louisiana
Snakes in Franklin County
6 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Franklin 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.
Northern CottonmouthAgkistrodon piscivorusVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Franklin County
Banded Watersnake
Nerodia fasciata
Harmless
Western Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis proximus
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Franklin County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Franklin County, Louisiana?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Franklin County, Louisiana, including Timber Rattlesnake, Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Franklin County, Louisiana, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Franklin County, Louisiana?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Franklin County, Louisiana, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Franklin County, Louisiana?
- The Banded Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Franklin County, Louisiana, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Franklin County, Louisiana?
- 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.