As days become warmer, snakes are emerging from months of inactivity to search for food and a mate.
Snakes are more visible during warmer months, but they are rarely a threat, as a Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action spokesperson explains.
“Snakes prefer to keep away from people. Most snake bites occur when people try to capture or kill them.
Leave them alone and keep your pets away,” they said.
“Snakes are known to bite animals if they feel threatened. If your dog or cat encounters a snake, move your pet away or keep it on a lead while the snake is in the area.
If you suspect your pet has been bitten take it to a vet immediately.”
If you see a snake, keep calm and move yourself and anyone with you away from the area.
Further DEECA advice is to wear long pants and enclosed shoes, carry a mobile phone and snake bandages when in the bush, and maintain lawns / clean up around your house.
Don’t attempt to capture or harm snakes, instead call a licensed snake catcher or call DEECA on: 136 186.
If someone has been bitten, call 000 immediately.
