New Jersey
Snakes in Salem County
12 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Salem County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Eastern CopperheadAgkistrodon contortrixVenomousHeavy body, triangular head, vertical pupils, and a heat-sensing pit between each eye and nostril.
Every snake recorded in Salem County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Ratsnake
Pantherophis alleghaniensis
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Copperhead
Agkistrodon contortrix
Venomous
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Eastern Kingsnake
Lampropeltis getula
Harmless
Common Wormsnake
Carphophis amoenus
Harmless
Western Ratsnake
Pantherophis obsoletus
Harmless
Rough Greensnake
Opheodrys aestivus
Harmless
Queensnake
Regina septemvittata
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Salem County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Salem County, New Jersey?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Salem County, New Jersey, including Eastern Copperhead. Most snakes in Salem County, New Jersey, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Salem County, New Jersey?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Salem County, New Jersey, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Salem County, New Jersey?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Salem County, New Jersey, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Salem 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.