In many places, you can call animal-control or local police or fire departments to remove the snake. Most poisonous snakes have well defined ranges in which resources, such as winter dens, are available, so what happens after that may be problematic.
If you find a snake in your yard, it’s important to keep it away from children, pets, and pets’ food and water. If you have a pet snake, make sure that it is kept indoors and out of reach of children.
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What to do if you have a snake in your house?
Open the door and guide the snake out with a broom. Because the snake’s presence in your home is most likely accidental, it might be trying to escape. If the snake is in an area with multiple doors to the outside, such as a garage, try opening the garage door first. If you’re not sure what to do, call your local animal control agency. They’ll be able to help you find a solution.
Where do snakes hide in the house?
If you use a bright flashlight, you can see the following areas: Under and behind appliances, rafters, wall ledges, door frames, boxes, clothing piles, water pipes, and heat sources. If you find any of the above areas, you may need to call the fire department.
What months do snakes come out?
Snake activity picks up as temperatures fall in late summer and early autumn before they go into hibernation which can be as early as september or as late as december. On warm days, brumation snakes come out of their dens to bask in the sun.
Hibernation is a natural process that snakes use to conserve energy during the cold winter months. During this time, a snake’s body temperature drops to a low enough level to allow it to survive without food and water for a period of time.
What attracts snakes to your house?
Snakes enter a building because they are lured in by dark, damp, cool areas or in search of small animals, like rats and mice, for food. Keeping the vegetation around the house cut short can make the home less attractive to small animals.
Can snakes live in your walls?
Snakes usually enter the home through holes or cracks in the outer walls or foundations (although some can climb very well), so check your exterior walls carefully and plug any gaps. Fine metal mesh can be used to cover vent holes and crawl spaces. If you don’t know what kind of snake you have, ask your local wildlife rehabilitator or reptile dealer for advice.
How long will a snake stay in your house?
Damage isn’t left behind by snakes like rats or mice. Once they enter your home, they often remain in hiding for months. Snake skin is one of the signs you can look for around your house. If you see a snake skin, it’s a good sign that the snake is still alive. A snake’s hair is shed when it dies.
