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