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

Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless

Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless

DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless

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