Does Hawaii have snakes?

Hawaii has no native snakes. But, unfortunately, that doesn't mean it's snake-free. The islands have seen their fair share of snake species thanks to travel, stowaways, and illegal smuggling. However, Hawaii is far from overrun, in part, thanks to the fact that it's illegal to own snakes.



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While Hawaii does not have venomous snakes, there are other potential dangers in the ocean and on land. Sharks, jellyfish, and the occasional aggressive wild boar can pose danger. Visitors should take proper precautions and respect local wildlife to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

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The Places On Earth With No Snakes
  • Antarctica. There are no snakes in Antarctica. ...
  • New Zealand. There is a total ban on snakes in New Zealand. ...
  • Ireland. There are no snakes in Ireland. ...
  • Greenland. To own a pet snake in Greenland, you need permission from the police. ...
  • Iceland. ...
  • Alaska. ...
  • Hawaii. ...
  • Cook Island.


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Alligators are not native to Hawaii so the only place you might see them is at the zoo. Are there crocodiles in Hawaii? Nope! The main Hawaiian lizards you'll find are cute little geckos, which can be spotted in hotels, homes, businesses, restaurants, etc.

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While Hawaii is considered one of the safer states in the country to live in, there are still some places in Honolulu that should be avoided if you want to keep your family safe. Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown can both be dangerous at night. Large crowds tend to gather in these areas, and they can get rowdy.

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Tiger sharks are the most wide-ranging top reef predator in Monument waters, routinely swimming hundreds of kilometers along the Hawaiian Archipelago and out into open ocean. Grey reef and galapagos sharks occasionally cross open ocean between islands but are generally resident at a single island.

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For the most part, you are very safe on the Hawaiian Islands from all animal and plant life. There are no large predators or snakes, and there are few plants that will irritate when hiking (no poison oak or ivy, for example). However, other hazards still exist.

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How Common Are Snakes in Hawaii? Thankfully, what snakes you find in Hawaii aren't all that common. Or, at least, they're not commonly sighted. The two most prevalent types of snakes in Hawaii are the Brahminy Blind Snake, also known as the Island Blind snake, and the yellow-bellied sea snake.

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The State of Hawai'i is home to eight invasive species of mosquitoes - six that bite humans and two that feed solely on plants.

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The risk of being attacked by a wild animal when swimming in Hawaii is low, as there is only a small number of shark attacks reported each year, and other marine life such as jellyfish, Portuguese man-of-war, moray eels, and sea urchins are more likely to cause a minor injury than a serious one.

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While it is nice to swim in the pool below the falls, we don't recommend swimming directly under the waterfall. The pressure of the water can be intense, and sometimes rocks and other debris can come over the falls without warning and cause injury.

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