Snake Catcher BEROWRA — Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
Snake Catcher BEROWRA — Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
If you have an unwanted snake call Urban Reptile Removal on 0418633474.
If you see a snake in Berowra or Berowra Heights, the safest thing you can do is stay calm, step back, move children and pets indoors, and call 0418 633 474 for fast and professional snake removal. You do not need to take a photo. You do not need to identify the snake. You do not need to follow it or try to watch where it goes. Snakes almost always move into the nearest hiding place, and a trained snake catcher will locate it once we arrive. We talk you through exactly what to do while we are travelling to your home so you feel safe and in control during the whole process.
Berowra and Berowra Heights are two of the most bush connected suburbs in northern Sydney, sitting high above the valleys of Berowra Creek and surrounded on all sides by huge stretches of Ku Ring Gai Chase National Park. With steep blocks, deep gullies, sandstone platforms, tall eucalypts, bush tracks, large acreage style gardens, and natural corridors that wildlife use daily, both suburbs experience some of the highest levels of snake activity in the Hornsby Shire. Residents often see snakes crossing driveways, moving along fences, resting on rock walls, sunning themselves near water tanks, hiding under garden materials, or slipping quietly through dense vegetation. The natural bush setting means snakes live, feed, and travel throughout these suburbs every day, especially during the warmer months. Urban Reptile Removal attends a large number of snake removal callouts in Berowra and Berowra Heights each year.
The landscape of Berowra and Berowra Heights provides perfect shelter and food sources for reptiles. The area has abundant rock formations, creek systems, shaded gardens, deep leaf litter, thick shrubs, hot surfaces, and plentiful prey animals. The most common species encountered in these suburbs include the golden crowned snake, red bellied black snake, diamond python, green tree snake, and blue tongued lizard. Each species relies on different types of habitat and appears in different parts of the suburbs based on temperature, moisture, hunting behaviour, and shelter.
Golden crowned snakes are frequently seen in Berowra and Berowra Heights due to the large amount of shaded, moist, and protected ground cover in the area. These small nocturnal snakes have a pale yellow marking across the head and nape and a pink or reddish belly. Although they are venomous, they usually cause only mild symptoms. Golden crowned snakes hide under sandstone plates, inside leaf litter, beneath garden edging, and among rocks. They are often mistaken for baby brown snakes because of their similar size and quick movements. A trained snake catcher can identify and safely relocate them.
Another species commonly found in the suburbs is the red bellied black snake. These snakes have a glossy black body and a bright red or pink underside. They prefer moist environments and are often seen near creek lines, drainage channels, frog rich gardens, and shaded areas that hold water after rain. Residents frequently see red bellied black snakes basking on rocks, crossing grassy patches, or moving between shaded and sunny surfaces to regulate their body temperature. Although they avoid conflict when possible, they are venomous and should always be managed by a professional snake removal team.
Diamond pythons are widespread in Berowra and Berowra Heights due to the extensive bushland that borders both suburbs. These large, non venomous pythons are gentle by nature and move regularly between trees, sheds, roof cavities, verandas, and garden structures. Their patterned black and yellow scales help them blend perfectly into the natural rocky landscape. Diamond pythons often rest in sheds, curl up under decks, lie on warm brick walls, or stretch along fences. They help control possum numbers and are one of the most important native predators in the area. Because of their size and strength, they should only be relocated by a trained snake catcher.
Green tree snakes are also very common in the two suburbs. These slim, fast moving, non venomous snakes may be bright green, olive, or even dark grey with a yellow underside. They climb extremely well and are often seen along fences, inside hedges, behind garage walls, near pool areas, or high in trees close to homes. When frightened, they flatten their bodies, which makes them appear larger and sometimes startles residents. Although harmless, they are difficult to catch because of their speed and ability to disappear into vegetation. Urban Reptile Removal relocates many green tree snakes safely for residents who find them in difficult or dangerous places.
Blue tongued lizards are one of the most commonly reported reptiles in Berowra and Berowra Heights. These slow moving skinks help control snails and insects and live under pot plants, in garden beds, beneath decks, and along fences. When threatened, they puff up and show their bright blue tongue, which can cause residents to believe they have encountered a snake. Urban Reptile Removal never minds checking. It is always safer to confirm than to assume.
Both suburbs provide abundant hiding places for snakes due to their rugged landscape and strong bushland interface. When performing snake removal, the most common hiding places we search include:
• under sandstone shelves and rock platforms
• behind hot water systems
• beside air conditioning units
• under garden edging or loose stones
• inside sheds behind stored boxes
• behind timber, metal sheets, and building materials
• beneath decks and outdoor steps
• in thick garden beds, shrubs, and hedges
• along fences and house walls
• near water tanks and pump equipment
• inside garages behind clutter
• around wheelie bin areas
• in roof spaces and ceiling cavities
• beneath outdoor furniture and play equipment
After you call Urban Reptile Removal, there is no need to watch the snake. Snakes almost always find a tight, safe hiding place and can vanish quickly. Following them can be dangerous. A trained snake catcher will search each likely location until the snake is found and removed safely.
Residents often ask why snakes appear in areas like Berowra and Berowra Heights. The answer is straightforward: snakes follow food. These suburbs have an abundance of frogs, skinks, insects, birds, and small mammals. The dense bushland surrounding the suburbs creates a natural hunting and movement corridor. Snakes do not come to homes intentionally and do not target people. They move through the environment looking for warmth, shelter, and prey, just like any other native animal.
After removing the snake, we explain what attracted it and what you can do to reduce future sightings. You do not need snake repellent sprays, ultrasonic devices, or powders. These do not work. Effective prevention includes:
• keeping grass short
• trimming bushes and hedges
• managing rodents
• removing clutter from gardens
• lifting stored items off the ground
• securing outdoor pet food
• cleaning up leaf litter
• removing unused building materials
• keeping fence lines clear
• organising garages and sheds
• sealing small gaps where possible
These simple steps reduce hiding spots and limit the food sources that attract prey animals.
Some people fear that seeing one snake means others must be nearby. This is not true. Snakes do not travel in pairs, do not form groups, and do not build nests in suburban yards. One sighting almost always means one snake. Once relocated, the problem is usually resolved.
Snakes sometimes enter homes in Berowra and Berowra Heights through worn sliding door tracks, gaps near garages, open doors, and cracks around pipes. Any snake inside a home is treated as an emergency snake removal situation. Urban Reptile Removal responds quickly to secure the property and make the home safe.
Residents choose Urban Reptile Removal because we handle every job calmly and professionally. We do not cause panic. We simply remove the snake safely, explain why it appeared, and provide advice that works. With extensive experience in both Berowra and Berowra Heights, we understand exactly where snakes hide and how they move through these bush connected suburbs.
If you hear rustling in the garden, see something slip behind a garden bed, or notice your pet reacting strongly to an area, call 0418 633 474 for immediate assistance.
For fast, safe, and reliable snake removal in Berowra and Berowra Heights, you can depend on Urban Reptile Removal every day of the year. When a snake appears where it should not be, we resolve the situation quickly and professionally so you can enjoy your home without worry.
