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