Snakes in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Gray Ratsnake

Pantherophis spiloides

Harmless

Northern Cottonmouth

Agkistrodon piscivorus

▲ Venomous

Common Ribbon Snake

Thamnophis saurita

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Lincoln County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Lincoln County, Mississippi?

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

How many snake species live in Lincoln County, Mississippi?

5 snake species have verified records in Lincoln County, Mississippi, of which 2 are venomous.

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

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

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Lincoln 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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