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