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