New Brunswick
Snakes in Saint John
4 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Saint John
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Saint John: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Saint John, New Brunswick?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Saint John, New Brunswick. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Saint John, New Brunswick?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Saint John, New Brunswick.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Saint John, New Brunswick?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Saint John, New Brunswick, based on verified wildlife observations.