Mississippi
Snakes in Covington County
4 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Covington 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 Covington County
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Covington County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Covington County, Mississippi?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Covington County, Mississippi, including Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Covington County, Mississippi, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Covington County, Mississippi?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Covington County, Mississippi, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Covington County, Mississippi?
- The Common Ribbon Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Covington County, Mississippi, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Covington 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.