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