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Snake catchers in Big Desert, VIC 3490

The nearest listed snake catcher to Big Desert is Bradley Bowes in Curlwaa, about 243 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Big Desert, so call to check whether they travel this far.

Nearest listed catchers

These businesses are based nearby but their listed service area does not include Big Desert. Call to check whether they travel this far.

Snakes around Big Desert

Based on species distribution maps and the regional guide for North West. Ranges are approximate and do not confirm occurrence at a particular address.

  • Eastern brown snake (Pseudonaja textilis)

    Slender and quick. Colour runs from pale tan to dark brown, and young ones can have dark bands.

    Responsible for more serious bites in Australia than any other snake. Give it plenty of room.

  • Yellow-faced whip snake (Demansia psammophis)

    Very thin and fast, grey-green with a pale ring around the eye.

    Bites are painful but rarely serious for adults. Still worth a check-up.

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Big Desert?

The snake catcher phone number for Big Desert is 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253). The hotline answers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, asks for your suburb and tries to put you through to a listed catcher who covers Big Desert. Each catcher sets their own hours, so a night-time visit is not guaranteed.

Who do I call to remove a snake in Big Desert?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Big Desert. The nearest listed snake catcher to Big Desert is Bradley Bowes in Curlwaa, about 243 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Big Desert, so call to check whether they travel this far. Independent catchers set their own fees, so confirm availability and the total cost before they travel.

What snakes are found around Big Desert?

2 species have mapped ranges reaching Big Desert, including Eastern brown snake and Yellow-faced whip snake. One of them is dangerously venomous: Eastern brown snake. Ranges are approximate and do not confirm a snake is present at a particular address. Never get close to identify a snake.

Do snake catchers need a licence in Victoria?

Yes. Snake catchers in Victoria need a current wildlife licence or permit from the state or territory wildlife authority to capture and relocate snakes. Ask the business for its licence details before it starts. Directory listings show whether a licence has been checked.

What if someone is bitten in Big Desert?

Call 000 straight away and ask for an ambulance, even if the person feels fine. Keep them still and apply a pressure immobilisation bandage if you know how. Do not wait for a snake catcher.

Nearby towns and suburbs

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Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253)

If someone has been bitten, call 000. Never approach or handle a snake to identify it.