Snake catchers in Tonghi Creek, VIC 3890

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Tonghi Creek?

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

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

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Tonghi Creek. The nearest listed snake catcher to Tonghi Creek is Phillip Sproates Reptile Rescue and Relocation Services in Bega, about 108 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Tonghi 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 Tonghi Creek?

1 species has a mapped range reaching Tonghi Creek, including Red-bellied black snake. None of the mapped species is in the dangerously venomous group, but any snake bite still needs medical care. 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 Victoria?

Yes. Snake catchers in Victoria 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 Tonghi 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.