Missouri
Snakes in Chariton County
6 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Chariton County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Western MassasaugaSistrurus tergeminusVenomousStout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Every snake recorded in Chariton County
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Diamondback Watersnake
Nerodia rhombifer
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Western Massasauga
Sistrurus tergeminus
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Chariton County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Chariton County, Missouri?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Chariton County, Missouri, including Western Massasauga. Most snakes in Chariton County, Missouri, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Chariton County, Missouri?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Chariton County, Missouri, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Chariton County, Missouri?
- The Plain-bellied Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Chariton County, Missouri, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Chariton 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.