Missouri
Snakes in Linn County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Linn 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 Linn County
Western Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis proximus
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Western Massasauga
Sistrurus tergeminus
Venomous
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Plain-bellied Watersnake
Nerodia erythrogaster
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Linn County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Linn County, Missouri?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Linn County, Missouri, including Western Massasauga. Most snakes in Linn County, Missouri, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Linn County, Missouri?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Linn County, Missouri, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Linn County, Missouri?
- The Western Ribbon Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Linn County, Missouri, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Linn 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.