Snakes in Connecticut
Connecticut has just 15 snake species, of which two are venomous. The timber rattlesnake, known for its unique chevron pattern and immensely toxic venom, rarely occurs in Connecticut and is listed as endangered. The eastern ratsnake, eastern hog-nosed snake, and eastern ribbon snake are all of special concern and at risk of endangerment.
| Groups | Venomous | Non-venomous |
|---|---|---|
| Pit Vipers | Northern Copperhead | – |
| Rattlesnakes | Timber Rattlesnake | – |
| Garter Snakes | – | Eastern Garter Snake Eastern Ribbon Snake |
| Kingsnakes | – | Eastern Milksnake Northern Ringneck Snake |
| Hognose Snakes | – | Eastern Hog-nosed Snake |
| Water Snakes | – | Common Watersnake |
| Pantherophis | Eastern Ratsnake | |
| Indotyphlops | – | Brahminy Blind Snake |
| Carphophis | – | Eastern Worm Snake |
| Coluber | – | Northern Black Racer |
| Storeria | – | DeKay’s Brownsnake Northern Redbelly Snake |
| Opheodrys | – | Smooth Green Snake |
Snakes by Colors and Patterns
Black Snakes: Northern Black Racer, Eastern Ratsnake,
Snakes by Regions
Most of the snakes inhabiting the state is found throughout Connecticut and are not native of any particular region.
Quick Information
Largest Snake: Eastern Ratsnake
Smallest Snake: Brahminy Blindsnake
Most Venomous Snakes: Timber Rattlesnake, Northern Copperhead
