Michigan
Snakes in Emmet County
8 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Emmet County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Emmet County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Emmet County, Michigan?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Emmet County, Michigan. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Emmet County, Michigan?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Emmet County, Michigan.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Emmet County, Michigan?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Emmet County, Michigan, based on verified wildlife observations.