Snake catchers in Vivonne Bay, SA 5223

Common questions

What is the snake catcher phone number for Vivonne Bay?

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

Who do I call to remove a snake in Vivonne Bay?

Call 1800 4 SNAKE (1800 476 253) and the hotline will try to connect you with a catcher who covers Vivonne Bay. The nearest listed snake catcher to Vivonne Bay is Julian Craig in Yankalilla, about 125 km away. Their listed service area stops short of Vivonne Bay, 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 Vivonne Bay?

1 species has a mapped range reaching Vivonne Bay, including Tiger snake. It is dangerously venomous: Tiger snake. 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 South Australia?

Yes. Snake catchers in South Australia 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 Vivonne Bay?

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.