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