🐍 What to Do If You Spot a Snake – Indoors or Outdoors

Australia is home to many incredible creatures, including snakes. While most snakes prefer to stay away from people, it’s still possible to cross paths with one—whether you're hiking, gardening, or even inside your home. Here’s a practical guide on how to stay safe and respond calmly if you find a snake nearby.

🏡 If You Discover a Snake Indoors

Coming across a snake inside your home can be alarming, but panicking won’t help.

Follow these steps to keep everyone safe:

Don’t approach or attempt to catch it. Even if the snake looks small or inactive, keep your distance.

Close the room off. Shut the door to the area where the snake is and block the gap underneath with a towel or blanket.

Keep people and pets away. Remove children and animals from the room to avoid any risk.

Call a licensed snake handler. A professional will know how to safely remove the animal without causing harm to it or anyone else.

Recent Snake Catch Jobs Around the Shire

Here are some real photos from recent callouts across the Sutherland Shire. From coastal suburbs like Cronulla to bushy areas in Engadine and Menai, snakes can show up anywhere — even inside homes! Every snake is safely removed and relocated by our experienced team. If you ever need a snake catcher near you, we’re just a call away.

Diamond Python from Loftus
Eastern Brown Snake from Liverpool
Pet Coastal Carpet Python
Red Bellied Black Snake from Engadine

🌿 If You Encounter a Snake Outside

Spotting a snake outdoors, especially in natural areas or gardens, is more common. Here's how to handle it:

‍Stay still or back away slowly. Most snakes will retreat if they don’t feel threatened.Never attempt to capture or kill it. This is dangerous and often illegal.

‍Keep pets on a lead. If you're walking your dog, keep it close and calmly move away from the snake’s path.

‍Observe from a distance. If the snake doesn’t move on quickly, note its location and call a wildlife professional if needed.

🧼 Preventing Future Snake Visits

While you can’t control wildlife, there are ways to reduce the chances of snakes getting too close to your living spaces:

Keep your lawn trimmed and gardens tidy
Store firewood away from the house
Seal any gaps under doors or around sheds
Avoid leaving pet food outside

Snakes are a vital part of the ecosystem, but it's natural to want to avoid close contact. With awareness and calm action, you can help ensure safety for both people and wildlife.

⚠️ In Case of a Snake Bite

If someone is bitten:

‍Call emergency services (000 in Australia) immediately
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Keep the person still and calm
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Apply a pressure bandage if trained to do so
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‍Avoid washing the wound, as venom traces help identify the snake

Stay aware, stay calm, and call professionals when needed. That’s the best way to handle a snake encounter safely and responsibly.