Snakes in Washington County

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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.

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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.

Every snake recorded in Washington County

Northern Cottonmouth

Agkistrodon piscivorus

▲ Venomous

Diamondback Watersnake

Nerodia rhombifer

Harmless

Banded Watersnake

Nerodia fasciata

Harmless

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Mississippi Green Watersnake

Nerodia cyclopion

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Western Ribbon Snake

Thamnophis proximus

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Washington County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Washington County, Mississippi?

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

How many snake species live in Washington County, Mississippi?

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

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

The Northern Cottonmouth is the most frequently reported snake in Washington County, Mississippi, based on verified wildlife observations.

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