Illinois
Snakes in Jasper County
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Jasper County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Jasper County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Jasper County, Illinois?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Jasper County, Illinois. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Jasper County, Illinois?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Jasper County, Illinois.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Jasper County, Illinois?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Jasper County, Illinois, based on verified wildlife observations.