Snake catchers in Swansea, TAS 7190

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Swansea?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Swansea?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Swansea. The nearest listed snake catcher to Swansea is Snake safe Tas in Sorell, about 77 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Swansea, 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 Swansea?

No species ranges have been mapped to Swansea 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 Swansea?

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.