August 23, 2016
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TEXAS SNAKES?
San Antonio has an abundance of snakes, from rattlesnakes, coral snakes & copperheads, to harmless snakes like rat snakes or garters. When most people come in contact with a snake, they have a natural reaction to be afraid because we know that some snakes are venomous. In most cases, snakes will not damage your home or outside property, but they can still be unnerving. Many snakes either live or make their way in to residential neighborhoods because their diet consists of insects, birds, rodents and other pests that can be found in greater concentration in those areas. Often times, the presence of a snake in and around your home can be an indication of an underlying rodent or insect infestation.
HOW CAN I TELL IF A SNAKE IS POISONOUS?
Snakes come in all shapes and sizes. In Texas, coral snakes & all types of pit vipers, including copperheads, cottonmouth and several species of rattlesnakes are poisonous. Pit vipers are very fat with big heads and slits for pupils. Rattlesnakes are easy to identify because they have rattles on the end of their tail. Snakes that are smaller and skinny are typically non-venomous and harmless.
HOW DO I PREVENT SNAKES FROM NESTING ON MY PROPERTY?
Snakes are drawn to places they fee are safe to hide, live in and hunt. There are certain things you can do to make your property uninviting to them, such as:
- Remove any piles of debris, like dead wood or rocks
- Cut your grass regularly so snakes can’t hide in it
- Regularly trim hedges & bushes
- Make sure there are no gaps under doors, windows, decks or patios
CONTACT CRITTER ONE ANIMAL CONTROL TODAY!
Critter One Animal Control in San Antonio brings more than two decades of experience when it comes to wildlife trapping. We believe in treating all animals with respect and will remove unwanted wildlife from your home or property safely and humanely. If you are in need of snake removal, or other wildlife removal services in San Antonio, contact Critter One Animal Control today at (210) 201-0064 today.
TIPS TO AVOID A SNAKE BITE:
- Never attempt to capture a wild snake
- Learn to identify venomous snakes in your area or places that you plan to visit
- Always wear closed toe shoes when enjoying the outdoors