Mississippi
Snakes in Clarke County
4 species have been documented here, 2 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Clarke 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.
Northern CottonmouthAgkistrodon piscivorusVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Clarke County
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Clarke County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Clarke County, Mississippi?
- Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Clarke County, Mississippi, including Eastern Copperhead, Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Clarke County, Mississippi, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Clarke County, Mississippi?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Clarke County, Mississippi, of which 2 are venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Clarke County, Mississippi?
- The Common Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Clarke County, Mississippi, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Clarke County, Mississippi?
- 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.