North Carolina
Snakes in Caswell County
9 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Caswell 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 Caswell County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Common Wormsnake
Carphophis amoenus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Caswell County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Caswell County, North Carolina?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Caswell County, North Carolina, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Caswell County, North Carolina, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Caswell County, North Carolina?
- 9 snake species have verified records in Caswell County, North Carolina, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Caswell County, North Carolina?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Caswell County, North Carolina, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Caswell County, North Carolina?
- 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.