The wonderful world of Ontario snakes
- Massasauga Rattlesnake (Sistrurus catenatus)
- Eastern Foxsnake (Pantherophis vulpinus)
- Butler’s Gartersnake (Thamnophis butleri)
- Dekay’s Brownsnake (Storeria dekayi)
- Red-bellied Snake (Storeria occipitomaculata)
Are there snakes in Windsor Ontario?
The Eastern Fox Snake is the largest snake in the Windsor area, attaining lengths of almost two metres. When captured or disturbed, this snake may imitate a rattlesnake by vibrating the tip of its tail. They are harmless and protected in Ontario.
What poisonous snakes live in Ontario?
The Massasauga is a stout-bodied rattlesnake, usually about 50 to 70 centimetres long. It is Ontario’s only venomous snake, though it will only bite in self-defence if it is threatened or harassed.
How poisonous are massasauga rattlesnakes?
Local injury, pain or swelling is concerning for envenomation after a rattlesnake bite. Monitoring for coagulopathies is required after massasauga rattlesnake bites. Antivenom is the first-line treatment for envenomation. Additional doses of antivenom may be needed; thus, close monitoring is required.
What is Ontario’s largest snake?
Gray Ratsnake
The Gray Ratsnake, is also commonly known as the Black Ratsnake or the Eastern Ratsnake. It is non-venomous and is Ontario’s largest snake, reaching up to 2 metres in length. This elegant snake has a shiny black body with a white chin and throat.
Is Windsor Ontario part of Tornado Alley?
“The Canadian version of Tornado Alley is probably in Southwestern Ontario between Windsor and Barrie,” he said, “the most frequent tornado activity would be in that corridor.”
What do you do if a Massasauga rattler bites you?
One quarter of all rattlesnake bites are “dry” bites. Stay calm and reduce movement. Remove jewelry on the affected limb. Call emergency services (911) and get to a hospital as quickly and safely as possible.
What happens if a garter snake bites you?
Bite. While most species are classified as harmless (non-venomous), their bite can cause minor swelling or itching in humans, and anyone bitten by a garter snake should clean the bite thoroughly. It is not ultimately a cause for concern.
What to do if you see a snake in Ontario?
If you encounter a snake in your home:
- don’t panic.
- don’t try to pick it up.
- don’t try to hit it with anything.
- keep all pets and children safe from the snake’s location in the home.
- call professionals to have it removed.
What snakes swim in Ontario?
The northern watersnake eats fish and amphibians, hunting for its prey along the water’s edge or underwater. It is an excellent swimmer and can be found up to three metres below the surface of the water and several kilometres from shore.
How many people get bit by rattlesnakes in Ontario?
Between 1971 and 1998 an average of 2 bites were reported each year in Ontario. The number ranges from 0 to 9 bites per year. Many bites occur as a result of people engaging in risky behaviour such as trying to capture the rattlesnake. No person has died from a rattlesnake bite in Ontario in more than 40 years.
What should I do if I see a snake in my yard?
All outdoor (even in your yard) encounters with nonvenomous snakes should be resolved by letting the animal go its own way, most likely to never be seen again.
Encounters
- Leave the snake alone.
- Identify it by species.
- Continue to leave it alone so long as it is not venomous and not inside a house or building.
Are there water moccasin snakes in Ontario?
Size: The Northern water snake can grow up to 135 cm in length. Habitat: It is found in North America from southern Ontario and southern Quebec to Texas and Florida. They live in both freshwater and land and don’t travel far from any body of water. They can be found in vegetation, and hiding in sticks.
What eats snakes in Ontario?
Snakes need our help
In addition to natural predators like fishers and red shouldered hawks, these snakes are often killed on our roads, and their natural habitats are disappearing. Snakes are an important part of our ecosystem and should never be killed.
Are there anacondas in Canada?
In Newfoundland and Labrador, Anaconda is in production at its Point Rousse Project and in the exploration and development stage at its Argyle Project, both located on the Baie Verte Peninsula.
How common are snakes in Ontario?
There are A LOT of snakes in Ontario!
And what’s interesting is that they are all incredibly unique and have adapted to fill many habitats and niches.
What natural disasters happen in Windsor Ontario?
Winter storms (including blizzards, ice storms and extreme cold) (86%), extended power outages lasting 24 hours or longer (71%) and heat waves (65%) were named by residents of Windsor as the events most likely to occur in their community.
When was the last tornado in Windsor Ontario?
Monday June 7th, 2010, 10:37am.
Which Canadian province has the highest risk of tornadoes?
Canada probably gets more tornadoes than any other country with the exception of the United States. Southwestern Ontario and parts of the southern Prairies are most often struck. Most tornadoes occur in June and July and although their season extends from April to September, they can occur at any time of year.
Do dogs know to stay away from rattlesnakes?
Dogs generally don’t instinctively know to avoid rattlesnakes, and as such, they can easily become victims of their bites. Although the snakes do not bite unprovoked, a dog nose invading their space is enough to send the reptile into defense mode and you to an emergency animal hospital.
Can rattlesnakes bite through clothes?
Wearing loose clothing is preferable to tight clothing. Canvas pants or heavy denim provide an extra barrier that the snake has to bite through. And sometimes, the tough denim fabric the fangs first hit, along with the extra inch of dead air, can release a little venom before it hits the skin.