Snake catchers in Pine Creek, SA 5419

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Pine Creek?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Pine Creek?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Pine Creek. The nearest listed snake catcher to Pine Creek is Barossa Reptile Service in Nuriootpa, about 135 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Pine Creek, 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 Pine Creek?

4 species have mapped ranges reaching Pine Creek, including Eastern brown snake, Western brown snake (gwardar), Yellow-faced whip snake and Carpet python. Two of them are dangerously venomous: Eastern brown snake and Western brown snake (gwardar). Non-venomous species such as the carpet python are also found here. 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 Pine Creek?

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.