Snakes in Cameron County

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  Timber Rattlesnake

  Crotalus horridus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

Every snake recorded in Cameron County

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Smooth Earthsnake

Virginia valeriae

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Eastern Milksnake

Lampropeltis triangulum

Harmless

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Gray Ratsnake

Pantherophis spiloides

Harmless

Red-bellied Snake

Storeria occipitomaculata

Harmless

Common Watersnake

Nerodia sipedon

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Smooth Greensnake

Opheodrys vernalis

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Cameron County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Cameron County, Pennsylvania?

Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Cameron County, Pennsylvania, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Cameron County, Pennsylvania, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Cameron County, Pennsylvania?

10 snake species have verified records in Cameron County, Pennsylvania, of which 1 is venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Cameron County, Pennsylvania?

The Timber Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Cameron County, Pennsylvania, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Cameron County, Pennsylvania?

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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