Cherrybrook Snake Catcher
If you have an unwanted snake call Urban Reptile Removal on0418633474.
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If you've found a snake in Cherrybrook, in the yard, the garage, a retaining wall or somewhere on the property you'd rather it wasn't, call 0418 633 474. We're usually on site within about thirty minutes depending on traffic and access, and we operate 24 hours a day across Cherrybrook and the wider Hornsby Shire. Step back, keep your distance, and let us handle the rest. You don't need a photo. You don't need to identify the species. You don't need to follow it. The most useful thing you can do is watch it from a safe spot, and if it disappears into cover, keep watching the spot where you last saw it. Snakes will often reappear within minutes once the area goes quiet. We'll stay on the phone and talk you through what to do until we get there.
Why Are There Snakes in Cherrybrook?
Cherrybrook sits in the Hornsby Shire, on the western edge of the broader bushland network that runs north through Berowra Valley National Park and east through Lane Cove. The suburb is built across undulating terrain with retained bushland pockets, drainage corridors and creek lines threading between residential streets. Berowra Valley National Park sits within reach to the north, and the connecting bushland through Cumberland State Forest gives snakes direct movement routes into the suburb from the wider habitat network.
The blocks themselves complete the picture. Cherrybrook is a suburb of generous lot sizes, mature established gardens, sandstone retaining walls, mulched beds, shaded corners and the kind of layered planting that has had decades to grow in. Add the natural moisture in the drainage lines, the rodent populations that build up around any residential suburb, and the prey base that comes with mature gardens, and the conditions add up.
Snakes aren't appearing in Cherrybrook because something is wrong with a property. They're moving through a landscape that supports them, and Cherrybrook sits on top of, and continuous with, that landscape.
What Cherrybrook Snake Activity Looks Like
The Cherrybrook call out profile leans toward the species that thrive in mature shaded gardens with good moisture. Diamond pythons are consistent residents, particularly in roof cavities and on properties with established trees and access to possum and rat populations. Red bellied blacks move along the creek lines, drainage corridors and any property with frog activity. Eastern browns turn up less often than in the western suburbs, but they do appear, particularly on the more open blocks on the northern fringe.
Blue tongued lizards are everywhere, and we get steady calls from Cherrybrook residents who've heard loud rustling in the leaf litter or seen something thick and dark moving slowly through a garden bed. Almost every time, it's a blue tongue. We'd rather take that call and confirm it than have someone assume it was harmless and find out otherwise.
The activity ramps up in spring as snakes emerge from brumation, holds steady through summer, and tapers through autumn. Pythons can show up in roof cavities through winter, drawn to the warmth and the resident possum population. The rest go quiet between May and August.
Golden crowned snakes are often seen in Cherrybrook, especially in shaded areas with leaf litter, mulch, and moisture. These small nocturnal snakes have a pale yellow marking across the top of the head and nape and a reddish or pink underside. They are venomous but typically cause only mild local symptoms. Residents often confuse them with baby brown snakes. Golden crowned snakes hide under pot plants, garden edging, loose rocks, and raised garden materials. They are most active after rain and on warm humid nights.
Red bellied black snakes are also common in Cherrybrook. These snakes are easily identified by their shiny black upper body and bright red or pink underside. They prefer moist, cool environments and are often seen near drainage lines, shaded gardens, or areas with frogs. Residents sometimes find red bellied black snakes basking on pathways or rock ledges after rain. They are shy but venomous and should only be handled by a trained snake catcher.
Diamond pythons are one of the larger reptiles found in Cherrybrook. These non venomous snakes are gentle but strong. Their patterned black and yellow scales blend into the natural environment perfectly. Diamond pythons are excellent climbers and may rest on fences, roof beams, sheds, or verandas. They help control rodents and possums but should be relocated by a professional due to their size. Many Cherrybrook residents discover diamond pythons curled in warm sunny areas or inside roof cavities.
Green tree snakes are another species commonly found in Cherrybrook. These fast moving, non venomous snakes may be bright green, olive, or dark grey with a yellow underside. They climb extremely well and often appear in hedges, along fences, behind garage walls, or near pool areas. When frightened, they flatten their bodies to appear larger, which can be alarming. Despite this defensive display, they are harmless. Their speed and agility make professional snake removal the safest option.
Blue tongued lizards are widespread in Cherrybrook and often mistaken for snakes because of their thick bodies and smooth scales. These slow moving skinks feed on snails, insects, and fruit and often hide under pot plants, timber piles, garden tools, and warm themselves in sunny patches. When scared, they puff up and show their bright blue tongue. Urban Reptile Removal is always happy to confirm whether the reptile is a snake or a lizard.
An adult Blue Tongue Lizard, typical of the ones we find in Cherrybrook.
Cherrybrook properties offer many hiding places for snakes due to large gardens, older structures, and bush connected edges. The most common places we find snakes during snake removal include:
• under retaining walls and sandstone blocks
• beneath pot plants and raised garden beds
• inside garages behind boxes or storage shelves
• around air conditioners, hot water systems, and utility areas
• under garden edging, rocks, and loose materials
• inside sheds or storage rooms behind tools
• under tarps, timber, tiles, or unused building materials
• in thick shrubs, hedges, and garden beds
• beneath decks, stairs, and outdoor platforms
• along fences or property boundaries
• near compost heaps or leaf piles
• around pool equipment or shaded corners
• in roof spaces or wall cavities
Once you call Urban Reptile Removal, there is no need to keep watching the snake. Snakes hide quickly and quietly, and trying to follow them can be dangerous. A trained snake catcher understands how each species behaves and knows which hiding places to check first. We carry out a careful and thorough search until the snake is located and removed safely.
Many Cherrybrook residents believe that one snake sighting means many snakes must be present. This is not true. Snakes do not travel in pairs. They do not live in groups. They do not build nests in suburban yards. One sighting almost always means just one snake was present. Once relocated, the problem is usually resolved.
After removing the snake, we explain what attracted it and what you can do to reduce future sightings. Cherrybrook properties often provide ideal habitat without residents realising it. You do not need powders, sprays, or ultrasonic devices. These products do not work. Effective prevention includes:
• mowing grass regularly
• trimming hedges and clearing overgrown plants
• removing clutter such as timber, tiles, and scrap materials
• lifting stored items off the ground
• securing outdoor pet food
• managing rodents
• reducing leaf litter and old mulch
• organising sheds and storage areas
• clearing fence lines and pathways
• sealing small gaps where possible
These actions reduce hiding places and remove food sources for prey animals, making your property less appealing to snakes.
Snakes sometimes enter homes in Cherrybrook through sliding door gaps, cracks around pipes, open garages, or worn door seals. Any snake inside the home is treated as an emergency snake removal situation. Urban Reptile Removal responds quickly to secure your home and remove the snake safely.
Residents choose Urban Reptile Removal because we work calmly, respectfully, and professionally. We do not judge your property and we do not create panic. We simply remove the snake, explain why it appeared, and provide advice that works. With extensive experience in Cherrybrook and surrounding suburbs, we know exactly how snakes move and where they hide.
If you hear rustling in the garden, see movement near a wall or shed, or notice your pet reacting strongly to a particular area, call 0418 633 474 for immediate snake removal.
For safe, fast, and reliable snake removal in Cherrybrook, 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 get on with your day.
Golden Crowned Snake, similar to the ones we find in Cherrybrook. https://urbanreptileremoval.com.au/sydney-reptile-species/golden-crowned-snake
About Chris Williams
Urban Reptile Removal is run by Chris Williams, a professional snake catcher and herpetologist with 35 years of experience across the Greater Sydney region. Chris has worked at Taronga Zoo and the Australian Reptile Park, founded Snake Ranch (Australia's largest reptile breeding facility), and has published seven books on Australian reptiles. He has been President of the Australian Herpetological Society since 2014. He licences and trains the catchers who attend jobs across the Urban Reptile Removal network. If you're calling Urban Reptile Removal, you're calling people who know what they're doing.
Snake Catcher PENNANT HILLS
Urban Reptile Removal 0418 633 474
