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