Ohio
Snakes in Richland County
9 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Richland County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Eastern MassasaugaSistrurus catenatusVenomousStout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Every snake recorded in Richland County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Massasauga
Sistrurus catenatus
Venomous
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Richland County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Richland County, Ohio?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Richland County, Ohio, including Eastern Massasauga. Most snakes in Richland County, Ohio, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Richland County, Ohio?
- 9 snake species have verified records in Richland County, Ohio, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Richland County, Ohio?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Richland County, Ohio, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Richland County, Ohio?
- 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.