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