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