Michigan
Snakes in Roscommon County
8 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Roscommon County

Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless

Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless

Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless

Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless

Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless

Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless

Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Roscommon County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Roscommon County, Michigan?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Roscommon County, Michigan. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Roscommon County, Michigan?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Roscommon County, Michigan.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Roscommon County, Michigan?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Roscommon County, Michigan, based on verified wildlife observations.