Ontario
Snakes in Chatham-Kent
8 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Chatham-Kent
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Foxsnake
Pantherophis vulpinus
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Chatham-Kent: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Chatham-Kent, Ontario?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Chatham-Kent, Ontario. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Chatham-Kent, Ontario?
- 8 snake species have verified records in Chatham-Kent, Ontario.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Chatham-Kent, Ontario?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Chatham-Kent, Ontario, based on verified wildlife observations.