Michigan
Snakes in Berrien County
11 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Berrien County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Eastern MassasaugaSistrurus catenatusVenomousStout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Every snake recorded in Berrien County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Gray Ratsnake
Pantherophis spiloides
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Eastern Massasauga
Sistrurus catenatus
Venomous
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Kirtland's Snake
Clonophis kirtlandii
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Berrien County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Berrien County, Michigan?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Berrien County, Michigan, including Eastern Massasauga. Most snakes in Berrien County, Michigan, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Berrien County, Michigan?
- 11 snake species have verified records in Berrien County, Michigan, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Berrien County, Michigan?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Berrien County, Michigan, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Berrien County, Michigan?
- Keep your distance and do not try to catch or kill it. Most bites happen when people handle or corner a snake. If someone is bitten, contact local emergency services or poison control immediately.