Snake Catcher TELOPEA — Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
Snake Catcher TELOPEA — Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
If you have an unwanted snake call Urban Reptile Removal on 0418633474.
Telopea is a suburb where residential streets, creeks, steep gullies, reserves, and older homes all sit close together. Its long green corridors link into Dundas Valley, Carlingford, and Oatlands, creating natural pathways for wildlife. Because of this, snakes regularly move through gardens, across driveways, along fences, beside walking tracks, under retaining walls, and throughout the drainage lines that run through Telopea. Urban Reptile Removal responds to many snake callouts in Telopea every year, especially during warm weather and after rain.
If you see a snake in Telopea, you do not need to try to identify it, photograph it, or follow where it goes. The safest thing you can do is step back, bring children and pets indoors, and call 0418 633 474 for immediate Snake Removal. A professional Snake Catcher will explain exactly what to do while we are on the way. Snakes usually hide in the nearest safe spot, so you do not need to keep watching them. When we arrive, we locate the snake and remove it safely.
Telopea contains a mix of older timber homes, brick houses, modern duplexes, units, large gardens, steep driveways, and thick vegetation. The suburb sits along Ponds Creek and Vineyard Creek, both of which support healthy reptile populations. The snakes most often seen in Telopea include the Eastern brown snake, red-bellied black snake, golden crowned snake, diamond python, and blue-tongued lizard. These species move through the suburb naturally as they search for food, shelter, warmth, and water.
The Eastern brown snake is one of the main species removed from homes in Telopea. Highly venomous and extremely fast, brown snakes thrive in areas with rodents, warm concrete, older fences, sunny yards, and plenty of hiding places. Residents commonly see them moving across driveways, slipping under garden edging, travelling along fences, resting against brickwork, or disappearing into gaps beneath sheds. Eastern brown snakes should never be approached or interfered with. If you see one anywhere in Telopea, call 0418 633 474 for professional Emergency Snake Removal.
Red-bellied black snakes are also common in Telopea due to the nearby creek systems, damp gardens, shaded backyards, and abundant frog activity. Red-bellies are distinctive, with glossy black bodies and bright red or pink bellies. They are often seen basking near water, travelling along drainage lines, hunting for frogs, or crossing lawns after rain. They prefer moist areas and will often move along the edges of reserves and footpaths near the creek. Although less defensive than brown snakes, they are still venomous and should be left to a professional Snake Catcher.
The golden crowned snake is another species frequently encountered in Telopea. This small nocturnal snake has a pale yellow crown-like band across the head and nape, along with a pinkish or reddish belly. While venomous, it usually only causes local symptoms. Residents often find golden crowned snakes on damp nights, especially near the creek line or in shaded gardens. They hide in leaf litter, rockeries, thick vegetation, and damp garden beds, and they often appear after rain. Because they are small and fast, they are commonly mistaken for juvenile brown snakes.
Telopea is also home to diamond pythons, a harmless but large native snake. Diamond pythons are common in forested and leafy suburbs because they climb extremely well and often rest in roof voids, sheds, rafters, or gardens. They are frequently found curled up on fences, stretched across warm brick walls, or hiding in garages. Diamond pythons are not venomous and do not pose a danger to people, but they can be difficult to remove safely due to their size, strength, and tendency to hide in complex structures. Urban Reptile Removal relocates many diamond pythons each season.
One of the animals most commonly mistaken for a snake in Telopea is the blue-tongued lizard. Blue-tongues are harmless garden skinks that feed on snails, insects, fruit, and other backyard pests. They move slowly and often bask in sunny areas, hide under pot plants, or explore veggie gardens. When frightened, they puff up, hiss, and show their blue tongue. Because of this defensive display, many people think they have seen a snake. We are always happy to check and never mind being called out for a false alarm.
Telopea properties vary greatly in their layout. Some homes sit on steep slopes with terraced gardens and sandstone retaining walls. Others have flat blocks with large yards, sheds, garden beds, and storage areas. All of these features create potential hiding places for snakes. The most common hiding spots in Telopea include:
• under retaining walls, sandstone blocks, or garden edging
• behind hot water systems or air-conditioning units
• inside garages behind stored items
• under pot plants or raised garden beds
• in thick shrubs, hedges, and dense gardens
• under sheds or decks
• along fences or behind outdoor steps
• beside pool pumps or filtration units
• under timber piles, tiles, or metal sheets
• inside wheelie bin storage areas
• beneath childrens play equipment
You do not need to stand outside and watch the snake. Once Urban Reptile Removal arrives, we search every likely hiding area until we locate and remove the animal.
Most residents want to know why a snake appeared in their yard. The answer is simple: snakes follow food. Telopea has abundant prey such as rodents, frogs, insects, and small lizards. The creek corridor also provides shelter, moisture, and hunting opportunities. Snakes do not target specific homes or people. They simply move through the landscape as part of their normal behaviour.
Once the snake is removed, we explain what factors attracted it and give practical steps to reduce future sightings. You do not need powders, ultrasonic devices, or chemical snake repellents. These products do not work. What does work is basic outdoor maintenance:
• keep grass short
• remove clutter and stored items from the ground
• lift timber, tools, and materials onto shelves or racks
• tidy garden beds and reduce thick leaf buildup
• secure outdoor pet food to reduce rodent activity
• trim overgrown hedges and shrubs
• clear tight spaces around fences and walls
• remove unused building materials
• clean around sheds and storage areas
These changes make yards less inviting to both prey and predators.
Some people worry that seeing one snake means there are more nearby. Snakes do not travel in pairs, do not live in groups, and do not build nests in backyards. One sighting almost always means one snake. Once that individual is removed, the situation is usually resolved.
Snakes do occasionally enter homes in Telopea, especially older houses with gaps beneath doors or properties close to the creek. Snakes may enter through open sliding doors, rodent holes, poorly sealed gaps, or small cracks around pipes. Any snake inside a home is treated as an urgent callout. Urban Reptile Removal responds quickly and removes the animal safely.
Residents choose Urban Reptile Removal because we work calmly, quietly, and professionally. We do not judge the state of your property. We do not create panic. We simply remove the snake, explain why it appeared, and give useful advice that actually works. If you hear a strange noise, see unusual movement in the garden, notice your dog reacting strongly, or feel unsure whether a reptile is dangerous, call 0418 633 474 and we can help.
For fast, safe, and reliable Snake Removal in Telopea, you can rely on Urban Reptile Removal every day of the year. When a snake appears where it should not be, we take care of the problem quickly and professionally so you can get back to your day without stress.
