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Welcome to Shire Snake Wranglers, your trusted experts for professional snake removal in Barden Ridge. Our team of licensed snake catchers provides fast, safe, and humane snake removal and relocation services. Whether you've found a snake in your yard, home, or business, we're available 24/7 to help.
With extensive experience across the Sutherland Shire, we understand the local environment and how to safely manage snake encounters in residential and bushland areas.
We service Barden Ridge and surrounding suburbs including Bangor, Menai, Lucas Heights, Woronora, Sutherland and Heathcote. With large bushland reserves, ridge-top properties, and nearby waterways, the area provides ideal habitat for snakes, making sightings relatively common—especially in warmer months and on mild winter days when snakes come out to bask.
Shire Snake Wranglers provides fast, licensed and professional snake removal across Barden Ridge and the wider Sutherland Shire, giving you peace of mind when it matters most.
Why Are There So Many Snakes in Barden Ridge?
A Comprehensive Analysis
Barden Ridge, NSW, is a bushland suburb in the Sutherland Shire known for its natural environment and family-friendly lifestyle. Its location near the Georges River, coupled with large residential blocks and surrounding reserves, makes it a hotspot for native reptiles, including snakes.
Geographical and Demographic Overview:
📍 Proximity to Bushland & River Systems – Barden Ridge is surrounded by dense bushland and sits close to the Georges River, creating natural corridors for snake populations.
🌿 Bushland Coverage – The suburb features large areas of undeveloped bushland that provide shelter and abundant food sources for snakes.
🏡 Housing Density – With larger family homes and big backyards, there are more opportunities for snakes to shelter in gardens, sheds, and roof spaces.
Snake Relocation Data:
Recent data from Barden Ridge shows the most commonly relocated snake species:
🐍 Red-Bellied Black Snake (36%) – A highly venomous but generally non-aggressive snake that prefers creeks, dams, and backyards near water.
🐍 Diamond Python (31%) – A large, non-venomous python often found in sheds, roofs, and trees. Helpful for controlling rat populations.
🐍 Common Tree Snake (19%) – A harmless, fast-moving snake frequently spotted in gardens, trees, and around water.
🐍 Eastern Brown Snake (5%) – A highly venomous snake often encountered in open yards and near homes.
🐍 Yellow-Faced Whip Snake (3%) – A slender, mildly venomous snake that moves quickly through bush and gardens.
🐍 Eastern Tiger Snake (2%) – A highly venomous snake preferring wetter areas, sometimes found after heavy rain.
🐍 Brown Tree Snake (2%) – A nocturnal, mildly venomous snake that climbs well and sometimes enters houses.
🐍 Blackish Blind Snake (2%) – A small, harmless snake that lives underground and feeds on ants and termites.
Factors Contributing to Snake Presence:
1️⃣ Location & Habitat
🔹 Surrounded by bushland and river systems that naturally support snake populations.
🔹 Large backyards and gardens provide easy hiding spots.
2️⃣ Abundant Food Sources
🔹 Rats, frogs, and lizards attract both venomous and non-venomous snakes.
🔹 Diamond Pythons in particular play a role in controlling rat numbers.
3️⃣ Seasonal Activity
🔹 Snakes are most active during the warmer months when they hunt and breed.
🔹 After storms or heavy rain, snakes often seek shelter in homes and garages.
Recommendations for Residents:
✅ Keep yards clear – Cut back thick vegetation and reduce hiding spots.
✅ Secure your home – Seal gaps under doors, around pipes, and in garages.
✅ Stay alert – Be mindful in bushland areas, especially near water or rocky outcrops.
✅ Call a professional – Never attempt to handle a snake yourself. Always contact a licensed snake catcher.
📞 For expert snake removal and advice in Barden Ridge, call Shire Snake Wranglers on 0428 458 856.
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Call us immediately! And if possible, try to maintain a visual of the snake - from a safe distance.
Safely attempt to contain the snake to an area of the house or property by closing doors, blocking gaps etc.
If possible, take a photo and/or record a video of the snake and text it to us (for identification purposes).
Most importantly, do not attempt to touch or catch the snake yourself! Please leave this to the professionals.
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Yes, we are fully-licensed with the NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS).
Licence #MWL000103684
Absolutely not! It is extremely important that you do not attempt to catch the snake yourself. Please leave this to the professionals, to avoid any risk of being bitten and/or seriously injured.
No. Please keep small children and pets away from wherever you saw the snake in your home/property, until it has been safely captured.
If you have been bitten by a venomous snake, it is crucial to take immediate action! Here are some recommendations:
1. Stay Calm: Panicking increases your heart rate, which can cause the venom to spread quicker.
2. Seek Medical Attention: Call emergency services or go to the nearest hospital as soon as possible. Do not attempt to drive yourself!
3. Keep Bite Area Immobilized: Immobilizing the bitten limb can slow down the spread of venom to other parts of the body.
4. Remove Constrictive Items: Snakebite swelling can progress rapidly, so remove any constrictive items, such as; rings, bracelets, or tight clothing near the bite site.
5. Do Not Apply a Tourniquet: Contrary to popular belief, applying a tourniquet, or restricting blood flow, is not recommended and can cause more harm than good.
6. Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water! Avoid alcohol, caffeine, or other substances that can increase heart rate and blood flow.
7. Observe and Describe the Snake: If possible, try to remember the look of the snake that bit you. This information can help healthcare professionals determine the appropriate antivenom for treatment.
Yes, we do. The amount varies and is dependent on the date and time. However, we guarantee we are the cheapest snake catchers in the Sutherland Shire!