Snakes of Vermont

Snakes of Vermont

Vermont has 11 snake species with the majority being harmless and beneficial. Here is some information on a few of them.

Uncommon Snakes

timber rattlesnake

Timber Rattlesnake - State Endangered

Timber Rattlesnake Life History

Timber Rattlesnake Recovery Plan

Rattlesnake Research - Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department biologist captures a timber rattlesnake as part of ongoing research on snake fungal disease in Vermont.

Vermont’s Rattlesnake Response Program is a FREE service that aims to protect Vermont residents and Timber Rattlesnakes by safely moving nuisance rattlesnakes away from private and public property.