New York
Snakes in Lewis County
6 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Lewis County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Lewis County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Lewis County, New York?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Lewis 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 Lewis County, New York?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Lewis County, New York.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Lewis County, New York?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Lewis County, New York, based on verified wildlife observations.