snake catcher Brisbane faqs
Are snake catchers free?
The short answer is no! No qualified or licensed snake catchers do this job for free. The Government also does not offer a free snake catching service. (At the end of the day, we are here to earn a living just like yourself, so there for we can not catch for free as its our profession and career of choice).
Can I catch the snake myself?
It is illegal to capture, trap, relocate or kill a snake under the Nature Conservation Act. Additionally, snakes can easily be misidentified by the public, highly dangerous to handle, result in Government issued penalties or even jail time.
Can I kill a snake on my property?
No, it's highly illegal to kill a snake or reptile, under the Queensland Nature Conservation Act they are a protected species and serve a strong purpose in our ecosystem. Did you know that 95% of snake bites happen because someone tried to kill or catch the snake. Also, as mentioned there are fines in place for killing protected species.
What to do if we spot a snake?
- Remain calm.
- Call the licensed Brisbane Snake Catchers on 0474 826 129.
- It's important to keep a eye on the snake, you may be scared, but the snake is also frightened. Watch it 5-10m away to reduce the chances of it wanting to go and hide and keep track of its movements until the Snake Catcher arrives.
I've been bitten by a snake, now what?
- Assess the situation, make sure its safe to sit down and immobilise the bite area with a pressure immobilisation bandage. Do not cut off the areas circulation, but apply sufficient pressure to the site to ensure the lymphatic system is suppressed.
- Call 000 immediately, treat every bite as a venomous one.
- Call us on 0474 826 129 to come and catch or identify the snake and secure your property or location whilst emergency services attend to you.