Michigan
Snakes in Cheboygan County
12 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Cheboygan 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 Cheboygan County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Eastern Massasauga
Sistrurus catenatus
Venomous
Western Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis proximus
Harmless
Scarlet Kingsnake
Lampropeltis elapsoides
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Cheboygan County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Cheboygan County, Michigan?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Cheboygan County, Michigan, including Eastern Massasauga. Most snakes in Cheboygan County, Michigan, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Cheboygan County, Michigan?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Cheboygan County, Michigan, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Cheboygan County, Michigan?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Cheboygan County, Michigan, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Cheboygan 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.