Snakes in Wayne 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.

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  Northern Cottonmouth

  Agkistrodon piscivorus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.

Every snake recorded in Wayne County

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Gray Ratsnake

Pantherophis spiloides

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Northern Cottonmouth

Agkistrodon piscivorus

▲ Venomous

Rough Greensnake

Opheodrys aestivus

Harmless

Black Kingsnake

Lampropeltis nigra

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Wayne County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Wayne County, Tennessee?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Wayne County, Tennessee, including Timber Rattlesnake, Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Wayne County, Tennessee, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Wayne County, Tennessee?

7 snake species have verified records in Wayne County, Tennessee, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Wayne County, Tennessee?

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

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Wayne 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.

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