Massachusetts
Snakes in Berkshire County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Berkshire 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.
Every snake recorded in Berkshire County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Berkshire County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Berkshire County, Massachusetts?
- 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.