Snake catchers in Richmond, TAS 7025

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Richmond?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Richmond?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Richmond. 3 catcher businesses in this directory list Richmond inside their service area. The closest base is Snake safe Tas in Sorell, about 15 km away. Independent catchers set their own fees, so confirm availability and the total cost before they travel.

What snakes are found around Richmond?

No species ranges have been mapped to Richmond 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 Richmond?

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.

What is the nearest hospital to Richmond for a snake bite?

Public hospitals near Richmond include Royal Hobart Hospital (about 18 km), measured in a straight line from the town centre. Do not drive a bitten person to hospital yourself. Call 000, keep them still and let paramedics decide where to take them, because the closest hospital is not always the one best equipped for snake bite.