Snakes Near Me
Most snakes you are likely to meet are harmless, but knowing which species live near you is worth doing before you need to. The map below shows recent, verified snake sightings in your area, and every species in the guide below carries a safety note telling you whether it is venomous. If you have found a snake, identify it from a distance and from a photograph - never handle a snake to get a better look at it.
Recent research-grade sightings from the iNaturalist community. The map starts near your approximate location - allow location access to centre it exactly on you.
Snakes you are most likely to see
The commonest snakes in the Huck field guide - tap any species for habitat, diet, rarity and where it has been spotted.
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Common questions
What snakes live near me?
That varies by region and habitat. Recent verified sightings show which species have actually been confirmed near you, and each species page notes whether it is venomous.
How do I know if a snake is venomous?
Do not rely on folk rules like head shape or pupil shape - they are unreliable and several harmless species mimic venomous ones. Identify the species itself, from a safe distance and ideally from a photo. In North America the venomous species are the rattlesnakes, copperhead, cottonmouth and coral snakes.
What should I do if I find a snake?
Leave it alone and give it room. Snakes bite defensively, and most bites happen when someone tries to handle, move or kill one. Back away and it will almost always leave on its own. If you or someone else is bitten, seek medical help immediately rather than attempting any first-aid remedy.
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