Massachusetts
Snakes in Nantucket County
6 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Nantucket County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Scarlet Kingsnake
Lampropeltis elapsoides
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Nantucket County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Nantucket County, Massachusetts?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Nantucket County, Massachusetts. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Nantucket County, Massachusetts?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Nantucket County, Massachusetts.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Nantucket County, Massachusetts?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Nantucket County, Massachusetts, based on verified wildlife observations.