Venomous animals in Rhode Island
Venomous species living here
11 venomous spider
None of them is in the most dangerous class, but bites and stings from several still need medical care.
- 1 medically significant
Where they turn up in Rhode Island
- None recorded
- 1 species
- 2
- 3 to 4
- 5 or more
Venomous spiders in Rhode Island
Venomous spiders in Rhode Island: map, photos and look-alikes
When they are out
- Venomous spiders
Recorded, but not living here
- Gone Timber rattlesnake once lived in Rhode Island, now considered gone
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 Rhode Island
Questions
How many venomous snakes live in Rhode Island?
None. No venomous snakes are known to live in Rhode Island. The timber rattlesnake used to live there.
Are there brown recluse spiders in Rhode Island?
No. There are no open records of the brown recluse from Rhode Island, and the state is outside its range.
Are there scorpions in Rhode Island?
No. There are no open records of native scorpions from the state.
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.