New York
Snakes in Hamilton County
4 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Hamilton County

Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless

Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless

Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless

Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Hamilton County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Hamilton County, New York?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Hamilton 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 Hamilton County, New York?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Hamilton County, New York.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Hamilton County, New York?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Hamilton County, New York, based on verified wildlife observations.