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