Pennsylvania
Snakes in Juniata County
7 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Juniata 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 Juniata County
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Juniata County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Juniata County, Pennsylvania?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Juniata County, Pennsylvania?
- 7 snake species have verified records in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Juniata County, Pennsylvania?
- The Ring-necked Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Juniata County, Pennsylvania, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Juniata 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.