Snake Catcher MOUNT COLAH — Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
Snake Catcher MOUNT COLAH —
Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
If you have an unwanted snake call Urban Reptile Removal on 0418633474.
If you see a snake in Mount Colah, the safest thing you can do is stay calm, step back, move children and pets inside, 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 keep watching it. Snakes almost always hide in the nearest safe place, and a trained snake catcher will locate it once we arrive. We guide you through everything you need to do while we are on the way, helping you stay safe until we get there.
Mount Colah is a quiet, leafy suburb surrounded by national parks, dense bushland, and large stretches of native vegetation. With its long winding streets, tall eucalypts, older homes, modern rebuilds, sloping blocks, shaded gardens, and rocky outcrops, the suburb experiences regular movement of wildlife, including snakes. Many properties sit directly beside Ku Ring Gai Chase National Park or back onto reserves and fire trails. Residents often see snakes moving along fences, crossing driveways, resting near sheds, sliding under garden beds, or disappearing into shaded corners of the yard. Because Mount Colah is deeply connected to bushland, snake sightings are a natural and common part of living in the area. Urban Reptile Removal attends many snake removal callouts in Mount Colah every year.
Mount Colah has ideal conditions for native reptiles. The suburb contains many rock formations, garden beds, creeks, natural corridors, dense shrubbery, sunny patches, and shaded sections that snakes use for warmth, shelter, and hunting. The most common species removed from Mount Colah properties are the golden crowned snake, red bellied black snake, diamond python, green tree snake, and blue tongued lizard. Each species uses the suburb differently based on temperature, moisture, and prey availability.
Golden crowned snakes are frequently seen in Mount Colah. These small, nocturnal reptiles have a pale yellow marking across their head and nape and a pink or reddish belly. Although venomous, golden crowned snakes usually cause only local symptoms. They thrive in shaded, moist environments such as leaf litter, raised garden beds, rockeries, and areas with deep mulch. Many Mount Colah residents confuse them with juvenile brown snakes due to their small size and fast movements. In a suburb surrounded by bushland, golden crowned snakes are a regular sight after rain or on warm humid evenings.
Red bellied black snakes are also common throughout Mount Colah. These snakes have a glossy black body and a striking red or pink belly. They prefer wet environments such as creek beds, drainage lines, wet gardens, and frog rich areas. Residents often see red bellied black snakes basking after rain or moving between shaded and sunny surfaces to regulate their temperature. Although less defensive than brown snakes, red bellied black snakes are still venomous and should be handled only by a trained snake catcher.
Diamond pythons are one of the largest reptiles found in Mount Colah. These large, non venomous snakes climb extremely well and are frequently seen in trees, on fences, in roof spaces, or curled in sheds and garages. Diamond pythons blend well into natural surroundings, often resting on warm rock ledges, verandas, or brick walls. Because Mount Colah sits adjacent to national parkland, diamond pythons move freely through the suburb throughout the warmer months. Despite their size, they are gentle and pose no threat to people or pets, but due to their strength, they should be relocated by a professional.
Green tree snakes are also common in Mount Colah. These slim, fast moving, non venomous snakes can be bright green, olive, or dark grey with a yellow underside. They climb well and move quickly through vegetation. Green tree snakes are often seen along fences, inside hedges, behind garage walls, near pool areas, or high in trees. When threatened, they flatten their body to appear larger, which can startle residents. They are harmless but can be difficult to catch because of their speed.
Blue tongued lizards are one of the most frequently misidentified reptiles in Mount Colah. These slow moving skinks eat garden pests such as snails and insects and are often found under pot plants, in sunny spots, or exploring garden beds. When frightened, they puff up and show their bright blue tongue, which can make residents think they have seen a snake. Urban Reptile Removal never minds checking. It is always better to be safe.
Properties in Mount Colah offer many hiding places for snakes due to the natural landscape and bushland surroundings. The most common hiding spots include:
• under sandstone blocks and rock edges
• inside thick shrubs or hedges
• behind hot water systems
• near air conditioning units
• inside garages behind stored items
• beneath garden edging or pot plants
• under decks and steps
• in rockeries and raised garden beds
• around pool equipment
• along fences and building edges
• inside sheds behind tools or boxes
• under tiles, timber, or old building materials
• near wheelie bin storage areas
Once you call Urban Reptile Removal, there is no need to monitor the snake. Snakes quickly find a hiding spot, and following them can be unsafe. A trained snake catcher will thoroughly search the property until the snake is located and removed.
Many Mount Colah residents want to know why snakes appear around their homes. The explanation is simple and consistent: snakes follow food. The suburb has abundant frogs, insects, skinks, small mammals, and other prey animals. Its strong bushland corridors allow wildlife to move freely. Snakes do not deliberately target homes or people. They simply travel through an environment that meets their needs.
After removing the snake, we explain what attracted it and offer practical advice to prevent future visits. You do not need powders, sprays, ultrasonic devices, or other products that claim to repel snakes. These do not work. Effective prevention includes:
• keeping grass short
• trimming shrubs and hedges
• removing clutter from the yard
• lifting stored materials off the ground
• controlling rodents
• tidying garden beds
• securing outdoor pet food
• clearing fence lines
• organising sheds and garages
• removing unused building materials
• reducing thick leaf litter and debris
These steps reduce hiding places and remove the food sources that attract prey animals.
Some residents fear that one snake sighting means more must be nearby. This is a common myth. Snakes do not travel in pairs, live in groups, or build nests in residential yards. One sighting almost always means there was just one snake. Once relocated, the issue is usually resolved.
Snakes can enter homes in Mount Colah through open sliding doors, worn door seals, cracks around pipes, and gaps near garages. Any snake inside a home is considered an emergency snake removal situation. Urban Reptile Removal responds quickly to keep your home safe.
Residents choose Urban Reptile Removal because we work calmly, professionally, and respectfully. We do not judge your property. We do not create panic. We simply remove the snake safely, explain why it appeared, and provide advice that works. We have extensive experience handling snakes in the Mount Colah area and understand exactly where snakes hide and how they move.
If you hear rustling outside, see unexpected movement near a garden bed, or notice your pet reacting strongly, call 0418 633 474 and we will assist immediately.
For safe, fast, and reliable snake removal in Mount Colah, 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 return to your day with peace of mind.
