Copperheads are one of Georgia's many snake species.
Georgia's snake population includes both venomous and nonvenomous snakes. The climate and landscape of Georgia provide the perfect habitat for around 40 different species of snakes. They can be found all over the state and in a number of different environments, with some snake species being more prevalent than others.
Brown Snakes
Georgia's brown snakes are the snakes that are most commonly found in yards, residential and urbanized areas. They are found almost anywhere there is ground cover and commonly live under debris piles. They are small, normally between 6 to 13 inches long. They are almost always brown, but can be gray, yellowish-brown or reddish. They have two rows of dark spots that run down the back. They are harmless to humans and feed exclusively on worms and slugs.
Copperheads
Copperheads are one of Georgia's venomous snakes, and they live in most of the state except for the south and south-central area. They are a large snake and are between 24 and 40 inches in length. They are very recognizable because of their triangular head and body color. Their bodies are tan or brown, and they have darker colored hourglass-shaped cross bands that will run down the length of the body. Young copperheads have a yellow tail tip. They live in rocky or forested areas primarily, and since they are well camouflaged, they are responsible for the majority of poisonous snake bites in the southeast.
Eastern Hognose Snakes
All Georgia is home to the nonvenomous eastern hognose snake. They have a thick body and they can reach up to 46 inches long. They are easily recognized by their triangular upturned snouts, which are different from those of other types of snakes. They vary in color from yellow to gray, brown, green and black. They do have large rectangular spots that run the length of the body. When confronted, these snakes have the practice of sucking in air, hissing, spreading the skin around the head in neck (like a cobra) and pretending to strike.
Rattlesnakes
Three different types of venomous rattlesnakes can be found in Georgia. The eastern diamondback rattle snake is found in southern Georgia and is recognizable by its large size and color pattern. They are normally between 33 and 72 inches long, can weigh 10 pounds and are brown with a diamond pattern on the body. The timber rattlesnake is found throughout the state. They are normally brown or yellowish and have black V-shaped ring patterns that point towards the rattle. Pigmy rattlesnakes are also found throughout the state, but are much smaller than other forms, only reaching 14 to 22 inches in length. They vary in looks and have a small rattle that is hard to hear.
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