Ontario
Snakes in Durham
5 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Durham
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Durham: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Durham, Ontario?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Durham, Ontario. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Durham, Ontario?
- 5 snake species have verified records in Durham, Ontario.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Durham, Ontario?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Durham, Ontario, based on verified wildlife observations.