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1. Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake. The Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake is the most dangerous snake in Georgia, has no natural enemies and is at the top of the food chain. It is normally found in south Georgia, although there have been a few sightings in Middle Georgia.
In the Smokies region, we have two venomous species: timber rattlesnakes and northern copperheads. The cottonmouth moccasin is often reported, but itâs found no farther inland than about the fall line, which demarcates the outer piedmont from the inner coastal plain. Those reporting what they suppose to be cottonmouths are encountering northern water snakes, which are aggressive in and around water but not poisonous.