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