British Columbia
Snakes in Capital
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Capital
Northwestern Garter Snake
Thamnophis ordinoides
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Common Sharp-tailed Snake
Contia tenuis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Capital: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Capital, British Columbia?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Capital, British Columbia. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Capital, British Columbia?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Capital, British Columbia.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Capital, British Columbia?
- The Northwestern Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Capital, British Columbia, based on verified wildlife observations.