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