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