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