Venomous animals in Hawaii
None of them is in the most dangerous class, but bites and stings from several still need medical care.
- 3 painful, rarely serious
Where they turn up in Hawaii
- None recorded
- 1 species
- 2
- 3 to 4
- 5 or more
Venomous spiders in Hawaii
Venomous spiders in Hawaii: map, photos and look-alikes
Scorpions in Hawaii
Scorpions in Hawaii: map, photos and look-alikes
Centipedes in Hawaii
Centipedes in Hawaii: map, photos and look-alikes
When they are out
- Venomous spiders
- Scorpions
- Centipedes
Recorded, but not living here
- Rare records Yellow-bellied sea snake 5 open records, latest 1903
- Rare records Black widow 12 open records, latest 2026
A rare record means someone found or reported the animal once or a few times, but there is no known population. Many are strays, pets or hitchhikers in cargo.
Quick answers for Hawaii
Questions
How many venomous snakes live in Hawaii?
None. No venomous snakes are known to live in Hawaii.
Are there brown recluse spiders in Hawaii?
No. There are no open records of the brown recluse from Hawaii, and the state is outside its range.
Are there scorpions in Hawaii?
Yes: Lesser brown scorpion.
When are venomous animals most active in Hawaii?
Most open records from Hawaii fall in February, May to July, October to November. Records follow when people are outdoors too, so treat this as a guide, not a rule.
What should I do after a bite or sting?
Call 911 for any venomous snakebite or a severe reaction. For spider bites and scorpion stings, call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222, free and open 24/7.