Snake catchers in Shadforth, WA 6333

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Shadforth?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Shadforth?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Shadforth. 1 catcher business in this directory lists Shadforth inside its service area. The closest base is Get Fanged in Orana, about 53 km away. Independent catchers set their own fees, so confirm availability and the total cost before they travel.

What snakes are found around Shadforth?

No species ranges have been mapped to Shadforth yet. Browse the Australian snake guide for species found in the wider region.

Do snake catchers need a licence in Western Australia?

No licence is needed in WA to remove a snake from in or around a home or other building. Release it within 6 hours where the species is normally found in the wild, or where a wildlife officer approves.

What if someone is bitten in Shadforth?

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 Shadforth for a snake bite?

Public hospitals near Shadforth include Denmark Hospital and Health Service (about 7 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.