Virginia
Snakes in Portsmouth County
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Portsmouth County
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Rough Earthsnake
Virginia striatula
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Portsmouth County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Portsmouth County, Virginia?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Portsmouth County, Virginia. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Portsmouth County, Virginia?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Portsmouth County, Virginia.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Portsmouth County, Virginia?
- The Eastern Ratsnake is the most frequently reported snake in Portsmouth County, Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.