Washington
Snakes in Kitsap County
3 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Kitsap County

Northwestern Garter Snake
Thamnophis ordinoides
Harmless

Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless

Western Terrestrial Garter Snake
Thamnophis elegans
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Kitsap County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Kitsap County, Washington?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Kitsap County, Washington. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Kitsap County, Washington?
- 3 snake species have verified records in Kitsap County, Washington.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Kitsap County, Washington?
- The Northwestern Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Kitsap County, Washington, based on verified wildlife observations.