Tennessee
Snakes in Lauderdale County
5 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Lauderdale County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Northern CottonmouthAgkistrodon piscivorusVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Lauderdale County
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Western Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis proximus
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Diamondback Watersnake
Nerodia rhombifer
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Lauderdale County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Lauderdale County, Tennessee?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Lauderdale County, Tennessee, including Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Lauderdale County, Tennessee, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Lauderdale County, Tennessee?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Lauderdale County, Tennessee, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Lauderdale County, Tennessee?
- The Northern Cottonmouth is the most frequently reported snake in Lauderdale County, Tennessee, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Lauderdale County, Tennessee?
- 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.