#snakes — Instagram Hashtag Analysis

With 11.9M total posts and 1.7K new posts daily, #snakes is a very high-competition hashtag (score: 100/100). Average posts get 3.1K likes and 28 comments.

Popular Hashtags for #snakes

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#snake	11.9M	1.7K	3.1K	100	58
#reptiles	7.7M	874	842	100	44
#snakesofinstagram	3.0M	190	2.0K	100	46
#reptile	8.3M	871	870	100	42
#reptilesofinstagram	5.7M	367	1.1K	100	51

Related Hashtags to #snakes

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#ballpython	2.7M	271	1.6K	100	42
#animals	105.7M	6.5K	631	100	39
#python	6.7M	1.3K	1.1K	100	47
#wildlife	62.6M	8.8K	1.1K	100	49
#nature	847.3M	73.5K	1.3K	100	48

Similar Hashtags to #snakes

Hashtag	Posts	Daily	Avg Likes	Competition	Reach
#snakesofinstagram	3.0M	190	2.0K	100	46
#snakesofig	667.2K	62	1.3K	63	55
#snakeskin	784.8K	13	3.2K	29	76
#venomoussnakes	159.4K	35	918	30	34
#snakesofinsta	191.7K	18	1.6K	18	56

Hashtag Cloud

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How to Use #snakes on Instagram

Mix with niche hashtags — #snakes has very high competition. Combine it with smaller, more specific hashtags to improve your visibility.
Use 5-15 hashtags per post — Include #snakes alongside related tags for the best reach. Don't just use one hashtag.
Combine with related hashtags — Try pairing #snakes with #ballpython, #animals, #python for a well-rounded hashtag set.
Check for banned hashtags — Always verify your hashtags are safe before posting. Use the IQHashtags Banned Hashtag Checker.

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is #snakes on Instagram?

#snakes has 11.9M total posts on Instagram with approximately 1.7K new posts added daily. The average post using #snakes receives 3.1K likes and 28 comments.

Is #snakes a good hashtag to use?

#snakes has a competition score of 100/100 (very high) and a reach score of 58/100. This is a competitive hashtag — best used alongside smaller, niche-specific tags.

What hashtags go well with #snakes?

The best hashtags to use with #snakes include: #ballpython, #animals, #python, #wildlife, #nature. Using a mix of related hashtags helps you reach a wider audience while staying relevant to your content.

Editorial transparency: This article was drafted with AI assistance using IQ Hashtags' internal platform data and research, then reviewed and edited for accuracy by Ewa Suwińska, Editorial Lead at IQ Hashtags. Last reviewed: 2026-06-04. Learn about our editorial process →

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