Snake catchers in Gormanston, TAS 7466

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Gormanston?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Gormanston?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Gormanston. The nearest listed snake catcher to Gormanston is Deloraine Snake Catcher in Golden Valley, about 102 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Gormanston, 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 Gormanston?

1 species has a mapped range reaching Gormanston, including Tiger snake. It is dangerously venomous: Tiger 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 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 Gormanston?

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.