Snake catcher call outs to Currumbin, Currumbin Waters, Currumbin Valley, Coolangatta, Tugun have resulted in captures of a range of species including both venomous and non-venomous species. Amongst these the Eastern Brown Snake has featured in many captures and is represented across all suburbs mentioned. Numerous animals have been recovered from foreshore areas along the coastal strip. In addition Red-bellied Black Snakes and Yellow-faced Whip Snakes are commonly seen.
The Carpet Python is most commonly encountered snake as is typical across most suburbs of the Gold Coast. They are often responsible for taking small household pets and poultry not maintained in snake proof enclosures. A large number of calls however also turn out to be in relation to the harmless Common Tree Snake which often is found within the confines of homes. Household cats are notorious for bringing tree snakes into home.
In all cases keep an eye on the snake whilst the Gold Coast snake catcher is called. It is imperative that on arrival the snake catcher can be directed to the snake or its last known locality.
Suburb records
- Currumbin
- Currumbin Waters
- Currumbin Valley
- Coolangatta
- Tugun
Currumbin
Currumbin Waters
Currumbin Valley
Coolangatta
Tugun
Records
Venomous Snakes
- Elapidae (Elapid front fanged snakes)
Comprehensive Survey of Elapid Species: Occurrence and Records in South East Queensland’s Gold Coast Region
The subsequent compilation of elapids, denoting venomous land snakes native to South East Queensland. A considerable number of these species have been consistently documented within the Gold Coast Region, encompassing the Hinterland and neighbouring western areas. The records encompass tangible evidence from museum collections, as well as well-regarded expert observations and identifications in the field of snake taxonomy. The ensuing list provides comprehensive details on each species, along with their respective findings and records within the suburbs featured on this page.
Non-venomous Snakes
- Boidae (Pythons)
- Colubridae (solid toothed and rear fanged snakes)
- Typhlodidae (Blind snakes)
Comprehensive Survey of non-venomous Species that cover Boidae, Colubridae and Typhlodidae: Occurrence and Records in South East Queensland’s Gold Coast Region
The following compilation comprises six non-venomous snake species that have been reliably documented within the Gold Coast Region, encompassing the Hinterland and adjacent western areas. These records have been substantiated through tangible evidence from museum collections and well-regarded expert observations and identifications in the field of snake taxonomy. The list includes representatives from various snake families. Each species entry presents comprehensive information on its presence and records within the designated suburbs on this page.