Snake catchers in Connellys Marsh, TAS 7173

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Connellys Marsh?

The snake catcher phone number for Connellys Marsh 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 Connellys Marsh. Each catcher sets their own hours, so a night-time visit is not guaranteed.

Who do I call to remove a snake in Connellys Marsh?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Connellys Marsh. 3 catcher businesses in this directory list Connellys Marsh inside their service area. The closest base is Keisha Tauti in Boomer Bay, about 10 km away. Independent catchers set their own fees, so confirm availability and the total cost before they travel.

What snakes are found around Connellys Marsh?

No species ranges have been mapped to Connellys Marsh yet. Browse the Australian snake guide for species found in the wider region.

Do snake catchers need a licence in Tasmania?

Yes. Snake catchers in Tasmania 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 Connellys Marsh?

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.

What is the nearest hospital to Connellys Marsh for a snake bite?

Public hospitals near Connellys Marsh include Royal Hobart Hospital (about 33 km), measured in a straight line from the town centre. Do not drive a bitten person to hospital yourself. Call 000, keep them still and let paramedics decide where to take them, because the closest hospital is not always the one best equipped for snake bite.