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