Snakes in Ocean County

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  Timber Rattlesnake

  Crotalus horridus

  ▲ Venomous

  Heavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.

Every snake recorded in Ocean County

Common Garter Snake

Thamnophis sirtalis

Harmless

Common Watersnake

Nerodia sipedon

Harmless

North American Racer

Coluber constrictor

Harmless

Common Wormsnake

Carphophis amoenus

Harmless

Pine Snake

Pituophis melanoleucus

Harmless

Rough Greensnake

Opheodrys aestivus

Harmless

Red-bellied Snake

Storeria occipitomaculata

Harmless

Eastern Kingsnake

Lampropeltis getula

Harmless

Red Cornsnake

Pantherophis guttatus

Harmless

Ring-necked Snake

Diadophis punctatus

Harmless

Eastern Milksnake

Lampropeltis triangulum

Harmless

Eastern Hognose Snake

Heterodon platirhinos

Harmless

Common Ribbon Snake

Thamnophis saurita

Harmless

Timber Rattlesnake

Crotalus horridus

▲ Venomous

DeKay's Brownsnake

Storeria dekayi

Harmless

Eastern Ratsnake

Pantherophis alleghaniensis

Harmless

Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.

Snakes in Ocean County: FAQ

Are there venomous snakes in Ocean County, New Jersey?

Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Ocean County, New Jersey, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Ocean County, New Jersey, however, are harmless.

How many snake species live in Ocean County, New Jersey?

10+ snake species have verified records in Ocean County, New Jersey, of which 1 is venomous.

What is the most commonly seen snake in Ocean County, New Jersey?

The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Ocean County, New Jersey, based on verified wildlife observations.

What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Ocean County, New Jersey?

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.

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