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