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