Snake catchers in Southport, TAS 7109

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Southport?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Southport?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Southport. The nearest listed snake catcher to Southport is Unnamed snake-removal service in Kingston, about 57 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Southport, 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 Southport?

No species ranges have been mapped to Southport 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 Southport?

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.