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