Virginia
Snakes in Buchanan County
5 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Buchanan County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Eastern CopperheadAgkistrodon contortrixVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Buchanan County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Buchanan County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Buchanan County, Virginia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Buchanan County, Virginia, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Buchanan County, Virginia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Buchanan County, Virginia?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Buchanan County, Virginia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Buchanan County, Virginia?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Buchanan County, Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Buchanan County, Virginia?
- 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.