Quick Photo Reference: Snakes of Vermont

Identifying animals is often easier with photo references. Photos can help you limit possible identifications to just one or two likely species.

Click or tap to see reference photos for each group of snakes. The groups are based on visual similarities between animals, and are not a biological classification. Adults and juveniles are grouped separately.

Common Gartersnake and Eastern Ribbonsnake

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DeKay's Brownsnake

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Common Watersnake, Eastern Ratsnake, North American Racer

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