Louisiana
Snakes in La Salle County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in La Salle 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 La Salle County
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
Prairie Kingsnake
Lampropeltis calligaster
Harmless
Banded Watersnake
Nerodia fasciata
Harmless
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Diamondback Watersnake
Nerodia rhombifer
Harmless
Speckled Kingsnake
Lampropeltis holbrooki
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in La Salle County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in La Salle County, Louisiana?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in La Salle County, Louisiana, including Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in La Salle County, Louisiana, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in La Salle County, Louisiana?
- 8 snake species have verified records in La Salle County, Louisiana, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in La Salle County, Louisiana?
- The Western Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in La Salle County, Louisiana, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in La Salle 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.