Snakes in Ripley County

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  Eastern Copperhead

  Agkistrodon contortrix

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.

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  Pygmy Rattlesnake

  Sistrurus miliarius

  ▲ Venomous

  Stout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.

Every snake recorded in Ripley County

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Western Ratsnake

Pantherophis obsoletus

Harmless

Rough Greensnake

Opheodrys aestivus

Harmless

DeKay's Brownsnake

Storeria dekayi

Harmless

Eastern Copperhead

Agkistrodon contortrix

▲ Venomous

Pygmy Rattlesnake

Sistrurus miliarius

▲ Venomous

Speckled Kingsnake

Lampropeltis holbrooki

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Ripley County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Ripley County, Missouri?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Ripley County, Missouri, including Eastern Copperhead, Pygmy Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Ripley County, Missouri, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Ripley County, Missouri?

7 snake species have verified records in Ripley County, Missouri, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Ripley County, Missouri?

The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Ripley County, Missouri, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Ripley 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.

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