Pennsylvania
Snakes in Elk County
10 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Elk County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Timber RattlesnakeCrotalus horridusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Elk County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Smooth Earthsnake
Virginia valeriae
Harmless
Short-headed Garter Snake
Thamnophis brachystoma
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Elk County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Elk County, Pennsylvania?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Elk County, Pennsylvania, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Elk County, Pennsylvania, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Elk County, Pennsylvania?
- 10 snake species have verified records in Elk County, Pennsylvania, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Elk County, Pennsylvania?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Elk County, Pennsylvania, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Elk 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.