While the estimates differ, on average there are 3000 snake bites a year in Australia. These bites result in approximately 500 visits to the hospital and at least two deaths. Brown snakes have highly potent venom and are the leading cause of snakebites in Australia, followed by the tiger snake and the red-bellied black snake….
Thousands of Australians are bitten by snakes every year, and many of these bites can be fatal. Whether you’re a farmer, a hiker, or an outdoor worker, purchasing some snake gaiters can offer peace of mind during any outdoor adventures. Here we provide an ultimate guide to snake gaiters, and tell you everything you need…
Backyard chicken coops have been embraced by people all around Australia for many reasons: to reduce your carbon footprint by recycling scraps; to ensure a steady food supply during uncertain times; and because chickens make wonderful pets. As the weather warms, many chicken owners are worried about how to deter snakes from entering their coop….
Have you spotted something slithering into your pond? Any standing water can attract snakes, and ponds are no exception. But how do you remove snakes from your pond? Prevention is the best cure Whether you’ve just removed a snake or want to make sure you don’t have to deal with the problem, there are some…
Whilst many solutions require days of preparation and continuous maintenance, solar snake repellers are quite the opposite. Putting the units together can take mere minutes, and once they get placed into the ground, it’s set and forget, as long as they get just 3 hours of sun per day. The only tool you’ll definitely need…
PLANNING A HIKE? FIVE TIPS FOR SNAKE SAFETY! Our country has some of the most beautiful countryside on the planet, and hiking is a great way to see it. Unfortunately, there are some real dangers lurking in among that stunning scenery. Australia is home to more than 100 different varieties of venomous snake. Around a…
5 SIGNS THAT YOU MAY HAVE A SNAKE IN YOUR HOME If you’ve spotted snakes in your yard, you may be worried that they’ve made their way into your home. Over the winter months, in particular, snakes often burrow into crawlspaces and walls to nest and lay their eggs. Even if they’re not a dangerous…
TIME TO PREPARE AS SPRING BRINGS OUT THE SNAKES Spring heralds the start of warmer weather in the Southern Hemisphere and this also means it’s time to be on the alert for the appearance of snakes. Snakes are cold-blooded, which means they seek warm, sunny spots to regulate their body temperature and the spring climate…
People from all around the world that live on the urban fringes and rural or outback areas will at some point have to deal with a snake or two. Unfortunately, it’s the price we must pay to live away from the concrete jungles of the cities. What causes us to fear them so much? Does…
Australia is home to around 170 different species of snakes, some of those are amongst the most venomous in the world. While it is estimated that 3000-5000 snakebites occur each year in Australia, only around 2-4 of those prove fatal. This is in stark contrast with India, where over 50,000 people die each year to…