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