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