Snake catchers in Lake Leake, TAS 7210

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Lake Leake?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Lake Leake?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Lake Leake. The nearest listed snake catcher to Lake Leake is Snake safe Tas in Sorell, about 81 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Lake Leake, 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 Lake Leake?

No species ranges have been mapped to Lake Leake 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 Lake Leake?

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.