Maryland
Snakes in Carroll County
13 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Carroll 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 Carroll County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Smooth Earthsnake
Virginia valeriae
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Common Wormsnake
Carphophis amoenus
Harmless
Queensnake
Regina septemvittata
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Carroll County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Carroll County, Maryland?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Carroll County, Maryland, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Carroll County, Maryland, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Carroll County, Maryland?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Carroll County, Maryland, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Carroll County, Maryland?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Carroll County, Maryland, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Carroll County, Maryland?
- 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.