Oregon
Snakes in Multnomah County
6 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Multnomah County
Northwestern Garter Snake
Thamnophis ordinoides
Harmless
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
Northern Rubber Boa
Charina bottae
Harmless
Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
North American Racer
Coluber constrictor
Harmless
Ring-necked Snake
Diadophis punctatus
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Multnomah County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Multnomah County, Oregon?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Multnomah County, Oregon. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Multnomah County, Oregon?
- 6 snake species have verified records in Multnomah County, Oregon.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Multnomah County, Oregon?
- The Northwestern Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Multnomah County, Oregon, based on verified wildlife observations.