Virginia
Snakes in Hopewell County
6 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Hopewell 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 Hopewell County
Northern Cottonmouth
Agkistrodon piscivorus
Venomous
Brown Watersnake
Nerodia taxispilota
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Hopewell County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Hopewell County, Virginia?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Hopewell County, Virginia, including Northern Cottonmouth. Most snakes in Hopewell County, Virginia, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Hopewell County, Virginia?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Hopewell County, Virginia, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Hopewell County, Virginia?
- The Northern Cottonmouth is the most frequently reported snake in Hopewell County, Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Hopewell 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.