Virginia
Snakes in Essex County
12 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Essex 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 Essex County
Common Wormsnake
Carphophis amoenus
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
Mole Kingsnake
Lampropeltis rhombomaculata
Harmless
Queensnake
Regina septemvittata
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Essex County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Essex County, Virginia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Essex County, Virginia, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Essex County, Virginia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Essex County, Virginia?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Essex County, Virginia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Essex County, Virginia?
- The Common Wormsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Essex County, Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Essex 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.