Missouri
Snakes in Adair County
12 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Adair 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.
Every snake recorded in Adair County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Prairie Kingsnake
Lampropeltis calligaster
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Graham's Crawfish Snake
Regina grahamii
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Adair County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Adair County, Missouri?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Adair County, Missouri, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Adair County, Missouri, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Adair County, Missouri?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Adair County, Missouri, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Adair County, Missouri?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Adair County, Missouri, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Adair County, Missouri?
- 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.