Ohio
Snakes in Harrison County
8 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Harrison County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Queensnake
Regina septemvittata
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Harrison County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Harrison County, Ohio?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Harrison County, Ohio. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Harrison County, Ohio?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Harrison County, Ohio.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Harrison County, Ohio?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Harrison County, Ohio, based on verified wildlife observations.