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