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24.01.2022 Something different in the middle of all the snake calls on this sunny Saturday! Luke rescued this lovely Olive Legless Lizard (Delma inornata) from a pool today in Evatt. Luckily the house owners noticed him trying to keep afloat, and called for help for a suspected baby Eastern Brown Snake - turns out though, this guy has ears and no forked tongue He/she was given a once over before being released into the garden, away from the pool ... . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart See more

24.01.2022 Check out this Red-belly Black Snake that thought it would try out the service at the Caltex petrol station in Weston. We here at CSRR were actually called and responded to this No capture though! The staff did an well at keeping eyes on the animal whilst in the car park, but it was quick to get away prior to our arrival, and headed down to the green space and pond behind the station ... . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart See more

23.01.2022 A nice sized Blotched Blue-tongue Lizard (Tiliqua nigrolutea) that we safely escorted across the road yesterday This particular species of Blue-tongue is not one we really associate with our Canberran suburbs, unlike the rather common, Eastern Blue-tongue. So encountering this one between North Canberra and Bungendore was a treat! . .... - Stay Safe, Stay Lizard Smart See more

22.01.2022 Honestly, this has got to be the most spectacular looking Legless lizard we have ever seen in the Capital Seriously, look those bright oranges down the flanks of this Olive Legless Lizard (Delma inornata) This particular critter slithered into someone's garage over in #Dunlop and was (understandably!) mistaken for a young Brown Snake ... After a bit of Snake/Legless Lizard education with the family, it was released into their garden . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

22.01.2022 Got mail? Finding reptiles in letter boxes is something we have dealt with before and there is usually a logical explanation as to how it got in there - but not this time! Somehow, this young (likely last seasons offspring) Eastern Brown Snake ended up high in the letter boxes of a housing complex in #Casey. It was seemingly weaving itself in and out of different boxes prior to us getting there.... Luckily someone noticed it and called us! Thankfully no one reached in to get their mail Despite its size, this little guy is still highly venomous and very well could deliver a fatal bite if grabbed at. . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

22.01.2022 Here we have an Eastern Brown Snake (P. textilis) predating on an Eastern Striped Skink (Ctenotus robustus) See how the snake manoeuvres its prey around, attempting to get the skinks head into the correct postion - making it much easier to swallow. Once in postion, its a quick and easy meal (or snack) for the much larger, Brown Snake. Brown Snakes have a varied diet. They dont just predate on small birds and mammals such as rodents, but they also (particulally for smaller i...ndividuals) feed on other reptiles such as lizards and even other snakes! This particular animal was relocated by Luke from a front yard in #Weston. As you can see, its only courteous to let the snake finish what its doing :) . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

20.01.2022 How incredible!? This laughing kookaburra was captured tossing back her catch in Queens Gardens, Perth. Show us your best bird shots ... Naidu Kumpatla Photography

19.01.2022 For the past 5 years volunteers have been helping the Trust with Turtle Patrol and this year our Eastern long-necked turtles are keeping them really busy! Star...ting in early spring, turtles start to migrate, particularly after rain , between local water sources. However at Mulligans Flat, they can get stuck along our fox-proof fence. This is where our Turtle Patrollers come into action! This photo was taken by Cedric Bear, a long time volunteer. Last weekend he moved 21 turtles along a stretch of our fence, at one particular hot spot there were 9! Does anyone know what a group of turtles is called?...they are referred to as a ‘bale’. We 's

18.01.2022 Snake season has slithered to life in the Capital - with local catchers daily receiving call-outs to relocate unwelcome visitors. While sightings around the Territory are a regular occurrence, experts are predicting a slower-than-average season.

17.01.2022 This little champion was hanging out near the edge of a backyard pool when we picked him up for relocation from a home in #Curtin. Hopefully he enjoys his new place as much as his last Doesn't have a pool now though If you look close enough, you will notice his neck area appears darker - this is where he would of had a very dark, black band as a hatchling.... . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart See more

16.01.2022 Have you seen small critters like this around? Can you identify this local, garden dwelling reptile? . . - Stay Safe, Stay Lizard Smart

15.01.2022 This Eastern Blue-tongue Lizard was mistaken for a snake earlier today. Here we are putting the animal back into the garden after reassuring the home owner that they are not threatening and are actually a nice native addition to the yard This clip shows a great example of why so many people mistake them for snakes, look at that quick, serpent-like motion! ... . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart See more

13.01.2022 Eastern Brown Snake (Pseudonaja textilis) caught on the sport grounds in #Lyneham. . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

12.01.2022 Warning - DOR image Today we received a call from a gentleman in MacGregor regarding this Eastern Brown Snake that was spending a bit of time on the road. We drove out immediately to manage the situation and the man stayed and kept and eye on the animal from a safe distance, whilst warning other drivers of the animal on the road. Sadly, despite the man trying to point the animal out to people, someone still ran it over :( This post is just a gentle but serious reminder ...that at this time of year there is more wildlife crossing and walking on our roads. Today alone, Luke pulled 3 Shinglebacks off the road If you spot one, try your utmost not to hit it. If safe to do so, possibly slow down or pull over slightly let the animal cross unharmed OR if it is a lizard/turtle you can safely escort them off the road. If you come across and injured turtle or lizard, put them into some sort of container and take them to your closest vet. You might also try contacting ACT Wildlife :) For any reptile on the road (including snakes) you can contact us 24/7 on 0405 405 304 so we can figure out how best to manage the situation - remember, even if you believe the snake is dead, we suggest not handling it! . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

11.01.2022 We should have some content up tonight, very busy day! Until then, have a go at this awesome picture of a young Eastern Brown Snake!

10.01.2022 A Canberra local Eastern Brown Snake chowing down on a small lizard in #Weston . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart (Make sure to check out our latest )

08.01.2022 Luke joined Paula from ABC Radio Canberra this afternoon to talk snakes :) https://www.abc.net.au//pro/afternoons/afternoons/12763772 **Listen from 11 to 26 minutes for the interview**... As always, if you have snake related questions, we are just a phone call, message or email away! . . . Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

05.01.2022 Lots of s to release . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

04.01.2022 Wowers! How spectacular is the colouring on this Eastern Brown Snake (P. textilis)? The colour and pattern variation on an animal simply known as a brown snake never ceases to amaze us, in person, it looked very red. You may notice this animal looks a tad on the slender side, this is possibly a female who has recently laid eggs ... This individual was relocated from the Australian Institute of Sport . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

03.01.2022 Over the past 3 days we have relocated roughly 15 snakes! Although we didn't photograph them all, as you can image we've got some content to share So... Here is a lovely Red-bellied Black Snake (Pseudechis porphyriacus) that we got called to relocate earlier today. Considering we mostly deal with Brown Snakes here in the Capital, this was a real treat! Get a load of its gorgeous colouring This particular individual decided it was a good idea to waltz indoors at the Icon W...ater facility on Stockdill Drive. By the time we got there ready to collect the snake, it had managed to climb 3 flights of stairs - that is a good effort! It has since been released into a lovely habitat, including ponds and delicious frogs . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

03.01.2022 We’re ready for snake season, are you?!? Making your property ‘snake proof’ is incredibly difficult, and in many cases, impossible. However, there are many things you can do to make sure a snakey visitor spends as little time in your garden as possible. Most importantly, there are simple things you can do so that you are aware that they are actually there so that there are no surprise negative snake encounters! 1. Remove unnecessary clutter from around the home - rubbish, tin... sheeting, tarps, rock/wood piles and anything on the ground that could create shelter and doesn’t really need to be there. This could be as easy as elevating everything off ground level onto shelves or even something such as milk crates. Snakes like to be squished between tight spaces, and like cover at ground level so removing that removes a nice hiding area for them. 2. Trim plants back off frequently walked areas (such as footpaths) and cut grass to a shorter length. This is to aid in having a clear line of sight of areas you’re going to be regularly, if there is a snake, you hopefully will see it to avoid stepping on it! 3. You still want areas around the yard (in the garden) which are still reptile friendly and some gaps in your fence - areas where both snakes and lizards can flee to/under in order to avoid conflict with you or your pet. If they are stuck in the open, they are much more likely to be defensive. 4. Try to avoid leaving water at ground level (such as dog bowls). If you leave water out for wildlife such as birds, elevate it in a raised bird bath for example- snakes can climb for water but are less likely to do so if there are easier options around. 5. If you have birds (namely chickens) you need to try your absolute best to make sure their enclosure is as clean as possible. Chicken feed will bring in rodents and thus attract snakes get on top of that pest control! 6. Do not waste your time/money with snake repellents - they don’t work! 7. Save the number of a local, reputable snake catcher in your phone in case you need one such as us, Canberra Snake Rescue on 0405405304 What you are really trying to achieve is a space that a snake will spend as little time as possible in. And, if they are there, an area that you are easily able to see them in. Most importantly, you want spaces that these snakes can flee to if they happened to feel threatened, rather than feeling like they need to defend themselves. . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

02.01.2022 So, it turns out that our 'Google Page' was actually pulled down for sometime without us noticing! Still not 100% sure why, took a bit of time but we finally got it back up and running :D Anyways, turns out that reviews help us reach more people. So, if you have engaged with us in any way i.e. Snake catching, Safety Training, purchased a reptiles from us, birthday party, seen one of our displays etc.. it would be super amazing if you could follow this link and leave us a re...view (or just click the stars!) - it literally takes a few seconds. https://g.page/r/CVbdJgsd3-pVEAg/review Thank you - here is an Eastern Brown Snake we relocated earlier in the season

01.01.2022 How awesome are these little beauties! These two are of course, Olive Legless Lizards (Delma inornata). A species actually not too uncommon in Canberra, even in particular suburban areas In this image we can see that they are not snakes but rather lizards, by the telltale holes they have towards the back of their heads - these are indeed the external ears, a feature not seen on snakes.... Despite being completely harmless, we still recommend leaving them be and NOT picking them up. If handled incorrectly, much like their very close relatives - geckos - legless lizards can also drop their tails! When you are 2/3 tail then losing it can be rather detrimental! Also like geckos, they lack eyelids and constantly have their eyes open, only keeping them moist by periodically licking and wiping over them with their tongue! Also, if misidentified and you accidentally pick up a snake, then you will most likely get yourself bitten...A good rule of thumb, if an animal looks like a snake, then keep a respectful distance . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

01.01.2022 We recently attended a call regarding an Eastern Brown Snake (Pseudonaja textilis) that managed to get itself stuck in the steel mesh around the bottom of a chicken coop On arrival, it was realised very quickly just how badly stuck it really was (see picture) Not a great situation for the snake, and it definitely would have been it's death bed if the home owners had not made contact with us! Luke spent a few minutes carefully and safely cutting the snake out Once out an...d secured in one of our bags, Luke payed a visit to Dr Ben over at the Greencross Vets in Tuggeranong for examination. Despite a few small lacerations and the fact it regurgitated it's last meal (a litter of new born rats), it was determined that we would keep the snake for a night or 2 for observations, some rest and access to fresh water before being released back out. Relocated? We think not! It was actually requested that we release the snake back onto the property which is rather amazing - especially for the snake! The home owners live on a lovely, decent sized property which seems to be a magnet for local wildlife A huge thanks to the property owners for calling us to simply help out wildlife in need. . . - Stay Safe, Stay Snake Smart

01.01.2022 One of our big girls, Grimlock, was up late last night digging and working in her nest box. This is something she has been doing a lot of lately - but it was finally time! We woke up this morning to find that she had laid 7 pearly white eggs! Woohoo! As you can see, she is absolutely exhausted We will leave her be to rest up and prepare a good meal for her later today ... Now we just have to get through the very long incubation period before we get to see their little faces hatch through. It is going to feel like an eternity For those that are new to our page, Grimlock is one of our 3 resident Lace Monitors (Varanus varius)