British Columbia
Snakes in East Kootenay
3 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in East Kootenay
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Northern Rubber Boa
Charina bottae
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in East Kootenay: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in East Kootenay, British Columbia?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in East Kootenay, British Columbia. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in East Kootenay, British Columbia?
- 3 snake species have verified records in East Kootenay, British Columbia.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in East Kootenay, British Columbia?
- The Western Terrestrial Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in East Kootenay, British Columbia, based on verified wildlife observations.