West Virginia
Snakes in Mason County
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Mason County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Black Kingsnake
Lampropeltis nigra
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Mason County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Mason County, West Virginia?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Mason 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 Mason County, West Virginia?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Mason County, West Virginia.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Mason County, West Virginia?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Mason County, West Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.