Snakes in Pocahontas 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.

Every snake recorded in Pocahontas County

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Common Watersnake

Nerodia sipedon

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Red-bellied Snake

Storeria occipitomaculata

Harmless

Eastern Milksnake

Lampropeltis triangulum

Harmless

Common Wormsnake

Carphophis amoenus

Harmless

DeKay's Brownsnake

Storeria dekayi

Harmless

Gray Ratsnake

Pantherophis spiloides

Harmless

Smooth Greensnake

Opheodrys vernalis

Harmless

Western Ratsnake

Pantherophis obsoletus

Harmless

Smooth Earthsnake

Virginia valeriae

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Pocahontas County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Pocahontas County, West Virginia?

Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, however, are harmless.

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

10+ snake species have verified records in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, of which 1 is venomous.

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

The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, based on verified wildlife observations.

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