Snakes and Lizards
Connecticut is home to fifteen species of lizard and snake, representing three families: Scincidae (Skinks), Colubridae (Harmless Snakes) and Viperidae (Vipers). Click on the images below to learn more about Connecticut's lizards and snakes and to view their unique identifying characteristics.
Wormsnake
Black Racer
Ring-necked Snake
Ratsnake
Hog-nosed Snake
Milksnake
Watersnake
Smooth Greensnake
Dekay's Brownsnake
Red-bellied Snake
Ribbonsnake
Gartersnake
Copperhead
Timber Rattlesnake
