New Jersey
Snakes in Essex County
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Essex County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Essex County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Essex County, New Jersey?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Essex County, New Jersey. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Essex County, New Jersey?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Essex County, New Jersey.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Essex County, New Jersey?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Essex County, New Jersey, based on verified wildlife observations.