Pennsylvania
Snakes in Lackawanna County
11 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Lackawanna 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 Lackawanna County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Lackawanna County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania?
- 11 snake species have verified records in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Lackawanna 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.