Snakes in Monroe County

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  Timber Rattlesnake

  Crotalus horridus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

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  Eastern Copperhead

  Agkistrodon contortrix

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.

Every snake recorded in Monroe County

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Common Watersnake

Nerodia sipedon

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Eastern Copperhead

Agkistrodon contortrix

▲ Venomous

Eastern Milksnake

Lampropeltis triangulum

Harmless

Queensnake

Regina septemvittata

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Monroe County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Monroe County, West Virginia?

Yes. 2 venomous snake species have verified records in Monroe County, West Virginia, including Timber Rattlesnake, Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Monroe County, West Virginia, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Monroe County, West Virginia?

7 snake species have verified records in Monroe County, West Virginia, of which 2 are venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Monroe County, West Virginia?

The Timber Rattlesnake is the most frequently reported snake in Monroe County, West Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Monroe County, West Virginia?

Keep your distance and do not try to catch or kill it. Most bites happen when people handle or corner a snake. If someone is bitten, contact local emergency services or poison control immediately.

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