Snakes in Morgan County

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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.

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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.

Every snake recorded in Morgan County

Common Watersnake

Nerodia sipedon

Harmless

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Eastern Copperhead

Agkistrodon contortrix

▲ Venomous

Red-bellied Snake

Storeria occipitomaculata

Harmless

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Gray Ratsnake

Pantherophis spiloides

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Red Cornsnake

Pantherophis guttatus

Harmless

Western Ratsnake

Pantherophis obsoletus

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Morgan County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Morgan County, West Virginia?

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

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

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

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

The Common Watersnake is the most frequently reported snake in Morgan County, West Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Morgan 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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