West Virginia
Snakes in Hancock County
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Hancock County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Queensnake
Regina septemvittata
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Hancock County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Hancock County, West Virginia?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Hancock 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 Hancock County, West Virginia?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Hancock County, West Virginia.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Hancock County, West Virginia?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Hancock County, West Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.