New York
Snakes in Chemung County
11 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Chemung County
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Timber RattlesnakeCrotalus horridusVenomousHeavy body, broad triangular head, vertical (cat-like) pupils, and a segmented keratin rattle at the tail tip.
Every snake recorded in Chemung County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Short-headed Garter Snake
Thamnophis brachystoma
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Chemung County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Chemung County, New York?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Chemung County, New York, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Chemung County, New York, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Chemung County, New York?
- 11 snake species have verified records in Chemung County, New York, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Chemung County, New York?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Chemung County, New York, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Chemung County, New York?
- 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.