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