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