The Ponds is one of Western Sydney’s most modern and carefully designed suburbs, with manicured streets, well-kept homes, landscaped pathways, green corridors, lakes, creeks and walking tracks that run through the centre of the community. While the suburb is clean, organised and highly maintained, its surrounding nature and water networks create ideal conditions for wildlife. That includes snakes. The mix of warm building materials, well-irrigated gardens, long fencelines, open parks and natural waterways means residents of The Ponds experience snake activity throughout the warmer months. Because of this, Urban Reptile Removal attends many snake callouts here every season.

If you see a snake in The Ponds, the safest and most sensible thing you can do is call 0418 633 474 right away. There’s no need to take a photo. You don’t need to go closer. You shouldn’t try to identify the snake or attempt to move it. Simply bring pets and children indoors, keep your distance and let a trained snake catcher handle the situation. Professional snake removal ensures everyone stays safe and that the snake is relocated properly.

The Eastern brown snake is the species most frequently removed in The Ponds. Browns thrive here because the suburb offers everything they need: warm surfaces, plenty of open garden space, rodent activity around new housing developments, sunny fence lines and habitat corridors that allow them to travel between estates. Browns are highly venomous, extremely fast and very defensive when startled. Residents often see them crossing footpaths, disappearing under garden edging, resting beside retaining walls or cutting across driveways. If you ever see a brown snake, never try to handle it yourself. Professional removal is essential.

The Ponds also has a strong and visible population of red-bellied black snakes. With the suburb’s lakes, wetlands, creeks, drainage channels and frog habitat, red-bellies find perfect conditions to move through. They often travel along the edges of the waterways, around shaded garden beds, near parklands, along creek borders and through well-watered yards. Their glossy black body and red underside make them easy to identify, but they are still venomous and should never be approached. If you spot a red-belly, call 0418 633 474 and we will safely remove it.

Another species frequently encountered in The Ponds is the yellow-faced whip snake. These slender, fast-moving snakes often create alarm because people mistake them for baby browns. Whip snakes move quickly through sunny areas, garden edges, mulch, stepping stones, fences and narrow gaps. They are venomous but shy, fleeing almost immediately when disturbed. Because of this speed, calling early increases our chance of capturing and relocating them before they move on.

Not every reptile sighted in The Ponds is dangerous. The area has many green tree snakes, a harmless species that can move fast, climb well and flatten its head when frightened. This defensive posture often leads residents to think they have encountered a venomous snake. Green tree snakes regularly appear near garage walls, garden beds, fences, pool areas, trees and roof edges. They pose no threat to people or pets but still require careful handling so they are not injured.

The Ponds is also home to countless blue-tongued lizards, one of the most common backyard reptiles in the Sydney region. Blueys play an important role in the local ecosystem, controlling snail and insect populations. They often wander through yards, hide under pot plants, sit in veggie gardens or relax in the sun on pathways. Their hissing and puffing can frighten people and often lead to mistaken snake reports. We respond to many calls like this and are always happy to identify the reptile. It’s always better to check and be safe.

Because The Ponds is built around water features and natural corridors, wildlife is constantly moving. People spend a lot of time outdoors here — walking the lakes, relaxing near the pathways, gardening, mowing, setting up outdoor furniture, working with pets or using the many walking tracks. These activities make snake encounters more likely, simply because snakes are active around the same outdoor areas.

Calling Urban Reptile Removal simplifies everything. Once you call, you no longer need to monitor the snake. You don’t need to keep eyes on it or follow it. Just stay clear, stay calm and let us take over.

When we arrive at a property in The Ponds, we begin with the snake’s last known location. Snakes do not keep travelling once they find shelter. They stop at the nearest warm, shaded or hidden spot. In The Ponds, the most common snake hiding places include:

• behind hot water systems
• under garden edging or retaining walls
• around the bases of fencing lines
• inside garages along the wall edges
• near air-conditioning units
• within thick garden shrubs and hedges
• under pot plants
• under pool equipment and filtration boxes
• behind outdoor furniture
• among landscaping rocks
• behind sheds or storage units
• under kids’ play equipment
• inside wheelie bin storage areas
• under timber, tile or metal piles

We check each area calmly and methodically until the snake is located and safely removed.

After the snake has been captured, most residents want to understand why it appeared. The answer is simple: snakes follow prey. The Ponds has a large rodent population because of new developments, landscaping, waterway edges, parklands and food sources left out for pets or wildlife. Where there are rodents, frogs and lizards, snakes will follow. Snakes are not targeting your home specifically. They are simply navigating the environment and moving through the areas where prey animals are active.

Once the snake is removed, we provide practical advice for reducing future sightings. You don’t need snake repellent sprays or ultrasonic devices — they do not work. Instead, effective prevention is based on simple steps:

• keep lawns short and maintained
• remove clutter or debris that provides cover
• lift stored materials off the ground
• secure outdoor pet food
• reduce dense vegetation along fences
• seal small gaps where rodents travel
• remove unused timber, pavers, bricks or metal piles
• keep garden beds tidy

These changes significantly reduce activity from both snakes and the animals they hunt.

Many residents believe that if they see one snake, there are more living nearby. Fortunately, snakes are solitary creatures. They do not form groups, nests or pairs. A single sighting almost always means exactly one snake was present. Once that snake is removed, the immediate concern is resolved.

Snakes do occasionally enter homes in The Ponds, especially during hot weather or after heavy rain. They can enter through open garage doors, gaps under sliding doors, rodent holes, laundry areas, or small openings created during home renovations. Any snake inside a home is treated as an urgent emergency snake removal case, and we prioritise these callouts to restore safety quickly.

Residents choose Urban Reptile Removal because we work calmly, respectfully and professionally. We don’t judge your garden. We don’t cause panic. We don’t overcomplicate the situation. We remove the snake safely, explain why it was there and give clear steps to reduce future encounters.

If you ever feel unsure — whether your dog is barking at something unusual, you saw movement in the yard, or you simply want advice — you can always call 0418 633 474. We’ll help you assess the situation and advise you on what to do next.

For dependable, fast and safe snake removal in The Ponds, you can rely on Urban Reptile Removal every day of the year. When a snake appears where it shouldn’t be, we’ll handle it quietly, efficiently and with complete professionalism so you can get back to your day with peace of mind.