Missouri
Snakes in Cooper County
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Cooper County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Prairie Kingsnake
Lampropeltis calligaster
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Cooper County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Cooper County, Missouri?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Cooper County, Missouri. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Cooper County, Missouri?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Cooper County, Missouri.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Cooper County, Missouri?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Cooper County, Missouri, based on verified wildlife observations.