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