Nova Scotia
Snakes in Hants
4 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Hants
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Hants: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Hants, Nova Scotia?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Hants, Nova Scotia. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Hants, Nova Scotia?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Hants, Nova Scotia.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Hants, Nova Scotia?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Hants, Nova Scotia, based on verified wildlife observations.