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