Ontario
Snakes in Lake Hurron
12 species have been documented here, 1 of them venomous.
Venomous snakes in Lake Hurron
Full guide & what to do if bitten →
Eastern MassasaugaSistrurus catenatusVenomousStout, dark-blotched body, nine large scales on the crown, and a small rattle.
Every snake recorded in Lake Hurron
Eastern Massasauga
Sistrurus catenatus
Venomous
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Common Watersnake
Nerodia sipedon
Harmless
Eastern Foxsnake
Pantherophis vulpinus
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Smooth Greensnake
Opheodrys vernalis
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Common Ribbon Snake
Thamnophis saurita
Harmless
Queensnake
Regina septemvittata
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Lake Hurron: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Lake Hurron, Ontario?
- Yes. 1 venomous snake species has verified records in Lake Hurron, Ontario, including Eastern Massasauga. Most snakes in Lake Hurron, Ontario, however, are harmless.
- How many snake species live in Lake Hurron, Ontario?
- 10+ snake species have verified records in Lake Hurron, Ontario, of which 1 is venomous.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Lake Hurron, Ontario?
- The Eastern Massasauga is the most frequently reported snake in Lake Hurron, Ontario, based on verified wildlife observations.
- What should I do if I see a venomous snake in Lake Hurron, Ontario?
- Keep your distance and do not try to catch or kill it. Most bites happen when people handle or corner a snake. If someone is bitten, contact local emergency services or poison control immediately.