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