Snakes

Knowing snakes can be nearby and understanding how to respond are key to living with them. When the weather gets warmer, snakes come out of hibernation and become more active.

Snake species commonly found in our region include:

• Eastern Brown Snake
• Red-bellied Black Snake
• Tiger Snake

Although these three snake species have venom, they rarely bite humans. Most snake bites happen when people try to catch or kill them.

What to do if you see a snake

If you come across a snake on Council land or at your residential property:

1. Keep calm and move yourself and anyone with you (including pets) away from the area
2. Leave it alone - under no circumstances should you attempt to catch or kill a snake yourself
3. Call DEECA on 136 186 - they will connect you with a licensed snake handler nearby

Snakes are a native animal and are protected under the Wildlife Act 1975. It is illegal to capture, harm or kill snakes without authority.

Treating a bite

Call 000 for an ambulance

Treating a snake bite (Health Direct)