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