New York
Snakes in Essex County
8 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Essex 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 Essex County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Timber Rattlesnake
Crotalus horridus
Venomous
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Essex County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Essex County, New York?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Essex County, New York, including Timber Rattlesnake. Most snakes in Essex County, New York, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Essex County, New York?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Essex County, New York, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Essex County, New York?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Essex County, New York, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Essex 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.