Snake catchers in Maydena, TAS 7140

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Maydena?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Maydena?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Maydena. The nearest listed snake catcher to Maydena is Unnamed snake-removal service in Kingston, about 61 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Maydena, 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 Maydena?

1 species has a mapped range reaching Maydena, 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 Maydena?

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.