Ontario
Snakes in Thunder Bay
3 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Thunder Bay
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Red-bellied Snake
Storeria occipitomaculata
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Thunder Bay: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Thunder Bay, Ontario?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Thunder Bay, Ontario?
- 3 snake species have verified records in Thunder Bay, Ontario.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Thunder Bay, Ontario?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Thunder Bay, Ontario, based on verified wildlife observations.