Virginia
Snakes in Petersburg County
8 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Petersburg County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Rough Earthsnake
Virginia striatula
Harmless
Common Wormsnake
Carphophis amoenus
Harmless
Brown Watersnake
Nerodia taxispilota
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Petersburg County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Petersburg County, Virginia?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Petersburg County, Virginia. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Petersburg County, Virginia?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Petersburg County, Virginia.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Petersburg County, Virginia?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Petersburg County, Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.