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Snake catchers report increase in calls
Snake catchers have reported an increase in phone calls. So what’s behind the demand?
Tag: australian snakes
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Which snakes have the sharpest teeth? Scientists are closer to answering the question
New research shows snake fangs have evolved alongside a snake’s preferred prey.
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What if you had this many snake skins in your roof?
Sunshine Coast Snake Catchers found over 30 snake skins in the roof of one Queensland home.
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Queensland woman rescues brown snake from netting
You need a mighty delicate touch to execute this incredible rescue of a highly venomous snake.
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Why are hundreds of Queenslanders being bitten by snakes each year? Scientists may have the answer
More snakes will be slithering around Queensland homes this year, due to climate change and land clearing, but experts say humans have to live with them.
History & Culture
These illustrations of Australian snakes from 1869 are incredible
Of course, they were illustrated by the incredibly talented Harriet and Helena Scott.
Wildlife
Beautifully striped, terribly in danger: Meet Australia’s bandy-bandy snakes
Bandy-bandy snakes, famous for their striking black and white stripes, are one of Australia’s most iconic reptiles.
Reader Photos
Two in the tree
Common tree snakes soak up the sun in Healesville Sanctuary, Victoria.