Snakes in Franklin County

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  Timber Rattlesnake

  Crotalus horridus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

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  Northern Cottonmouth

  Agkistrodon piscivorus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.

Every snake recorded in Franklin County

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Plain-bellied Watersnake

Nerodia erythrogaster

Harmless

Northern Cottonmouth

Agkistrodon piscivorus

▲ Venomous

Rough Greensnake

Opheodrys aestivus

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Speckled Kingsnake

Lampropeltis holbrooki

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Franklin County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Franklin County, Mississippi?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Franklin County, Mississippi, including Timber Rattlesnake, Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Franklin County, Mississippi, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Franklin County, Mississippi?

7 snake species have verified records in Franklin County, Mississippi, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Franklin County, Mississippi?

The Timber Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Franklin County, Mississippi, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Franklin 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.

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