Snake catchers in Murputja, SA 0872

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Murputja?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Murputja?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Murputja. Catchers in this directory have not yet added Murputja to their listed service area. Independent catchers set their own fees, so confirm availability and the total cost before they travel.

What snakes are found around Murputja?

2 species have mapped ranges reaching Murputja, including Mulga snake (king brown) and Western brown snake (gwardar). Two of them are dangerously venomous: Mulga snake (king brown) and Western brown snake (gwardar). 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 South Australia?

Yes. Snake catchers in South Australia 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 Murputja?

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.