Snake Catcher COWAN — Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
Snake Catcher COWAN — Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
If you have an unwanted snake call Urban Reptile Removal on 0418633474.
If you see a snake in Cowan, 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 see where it goes. Snakes almost always move into the closest safe hiding place, and a trained snake catcher will locate it once we arrive. We explain everything you need to do while we are driving to your home, so you feel safe and supported until we reach you.
Cowan is one of the most isolated and bush surrounded suburbs in the Hornsby Shire, sitting high above the valleys of Ku Ring Gai Chase National Park. With its rugged terrain, sandstone cliffs, deep gullies, long fire trails, tall trees, and large blocks of native vegetation, Cowan experiences some of the highest levels of wildlife activity in the region. Homes in Cowan are surrounded by natural bushland on almost every side, creating a constant pathway for reptiles to travel through the area. Residents often see snakes crossing driveways, moving along fences, resting on rock ledges, slipping under decks, hiding near garden beds, or appearing close to sheds, garages, and outdoor storage areas. The strong connection to untouched bushland means snakes appear here more frequently than in most other suburbs.
Cowan’s environment provides ideal conditions for native reptile species. The combination of shaded forest, sunny sandstone shelves, deep leaf litter, creeks, rock overhangs, garden beds, and quiet residential streets creates a habitat that snakes use for warmth, shelter, hunting, and safe travel. The most common reptile species in Cowan are the golden crowned snake, red bellied black snake, diamond python, green tree snake, and blue tongued lizard. Because Cowan is almost entirely surrounded by national parkland, these species move freely in and out of properties throughout the warmer months.
Golden crowned snakes are commonly found in Cowan. These small nocturnal snakes have a pale yellow marking across the head and nape and a pink or reddish belly. They are venomous but usually cause only local symptoms. Golden crowned snakes prefer cool, shaded environments such as leaf litter, mulched garden beds, rockeries, and areas with high moisture. In Cowan, they are often found after rain, near shaded corners of the yard, or beneath raised garden materials. Many residents confuse them with juvenile brown snakes because of their size. A trained snake catcher can easily identify them and relocate them safely.
Red bellied black snakes are also very common in Cowan. These snakes have a shiny black body and a bright red or pink underside, making them easy to recognise. They prefer areas with moisture and abundant prey, including frogs and small lizards. Cowan’s creeks, wet gullies, and shaded gardens offer perfect conditions for red bellied black snakes. Residents often see them basking after rain, crossing driveways, or moving between shaded and sunny surfaces to warm themselves. Although they are less defensive than brown snakes, they are still venomous, and snake removal should always be handled by a trained professional.
Diamond pythons are among the largest native reptiles found in Cowan. These calm, non venomous snakes often reach impressive lengths and climb extremely well. They may be seen resting on fences, moving along verandas, curled in roof cavities, or lying on warm sandstone surfaces. Because Cowan backs directly onto Ku Ring Gai Chase National Park, diamond pythons move freely across property boundaries. Their patterned black and yellow scales help them blend into the natural environment, making them difficult to see until they move. Although harmless to people, they should be relocated by an experienced snake catcher due to their size and strength.
Green tree snakes are another species regularly sighted in Cowan. These slim, fast moving, non venomous snakes can be bright green, olive, or dark grey with a yellow underside. They often appear in gardens, along fences, inside garages, in hedges, near pools, and high in trees. When threatened, they flatten their bodies to appear larger, which can frighten residents. They are harmless but extremely quick and agile, making them difficult to catch without experience. Urban Reptile Removal relocates many green tree snakes from Cowan homes, especially when they accidentally enter garages or indoor rooms.
Blue tongued lizards are also abundant in Cowan and are one of the most commonly misidentified reptiles in the area. These slow moving skinks feed on snails, insects, and fruit and are beneficial to gardens. Blue tongued lizards often rest in sunny spots, hide under pot plants or timber, or explore garden beds. When frightened, they puff up and show their bright blue tongue. Many Cowan residents call Urban Reptile Removal thinking they have seen a snake, only to discover it was a harmless blue tongued lizard. We are always happy to confirm.
Cowan’s rugged and bush heavy landscape offers numerous hiding places for snakes. During snake removal callouts, we commonly search:
• under sandstone shelves and rock platforms
• beneath decks and outdoor stairs
• behind hot water systems
• beside air conditioning units
• under garden edging and loose rocks
• inside garages behind stored items
• in thick garden beds, shrubs, and hedges
• around water tanks and pump equipment
• under timber, tiles, metal sheets, or old construction materials
• inside sheds behind boxes and tools
• along fences or building edges
• near wheelie bin enclosures
• in leaf litter or mulched areas
• around outdoor play equipment
Once you call Urban Reptile Removal, there is no need to keep watching the snake. Snakes are quiet, fast, and skilled at hiding. Following them can be dangerous. A trained snake catcher will thoroughly search every likely hiding place until the snake is located and removed safely.
Many Cowan residents ask why snakes appear so frequently. The answer is simple: Cowan is surrounded by bushland, and snakes follow food. Frogs, insects, skinks, rodents, and other prey animals are abundant in the area. Snakes also use Cowan as a natural travel route between valleys, ridges, and feeding sites. They do not target homes deliberately. They move through the environment like any other native animal that depends on the bush.
After we safely remove the snake, we explain what may have attracted it and recommend practical steps to reduce future sightings. Repellent powders, sprays, and ultrasonic devices do not work. The only effective prevention methods include:
• keeping grass short
• trimming overgrown gardens
• reducing leaf litter and excess mulch
• controlling rodents
• lifting stored items off the ground
• removing unused building materials
• securing outdoor pet food
• organising sheds and garages
• sealing small gaps where possible
• clearing overgrown areas near fences
These actions reduce hiding spots and limit the food supply for prey animals.
Some people fear that seeing a snake means others must be nearby. This is a myth. Snakes do not travel in pairs, do not form social groups, and do not build nests in residential yards. One snake sighting almost always means there is just one snake. Once it is relocated, the issue is normally resolved.
Snakes sometimes enter homes in Cowan through sliding door gaps, open doors, cracks near pipes, and small openings created by rodents. Any snake inside a home is treated as an emergency snake removal situation. Urban Reptile Removal responds quickly to secure the property and remove the snake safely.
Residents choose Urban Reptile Removal because we work calmly, professionally, and respectfully. We do not create panic or judge your property. We remove the snake safely, explain why it appeared, and provide advice that genuinely works. With extensive experience in Cowan and the surrounding bushland, we know exactly where snakes hide and how to remove them safely.
If you hear unexpected noise in the yard, see movement near a garden bed, or notice your pet behaving unusually, call 0418 633 474 for immediate help and advice.
For fast, safe, and reliable snake removal in Cowan, you can depend on Urban Reptile Removal every day of the year. When a snake appears where it should not be, we handle the situation quickly and professionally so you can return to your day without worry.
Snake Catcher COWAN — Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
