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