New Jersey
Snakes in Union County
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Union County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Union County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Union County, New Jersey?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Union 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 Union County, New Jersey?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Union County, New Jersey.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Union County, New Jersey?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Union County, New Jersey, based on verified wildlife observations.