Here are some relocation calls that aren’t the usual Western Diamondbacks or Sonoran Gophersnakes. Arizona is home to one of the highest reptile diversities in the country, and many of those species live right within Phoenix and Tucson city limits. In this video, we respond to calls for several different kinds of snakes — some […]
Continue reading..Snake Call… But Which Species?This gate has been modified to prevent rattlesnakes of any size or age from passing. As part of other modifications made to the fence, block wall, and other situation on the property: this backyard is ready for rattlesnake season.
Continue reading..Snake Fence GateDuring the colder months, Bryan spent time out in the field observing rattlesnakes at their winter dens to see what they’re actually doing this time of year. While most people imagine snakes sleeping all winter long, the reality is a lot more interesting. Rattlesnakes gather in rocky dens and remain mostly inactive, but they aren’t […]
Continue reading..Rattlesnakes are back out across the desert, but where have they been all winter?This longnosed snake was skinny, but still managed to get stuck in a tiny hole in the exterior wall of the home. After some gentle coaxing, a little cooking oil, and a lot of patience, our new friend is now resting comfortably in a warm and spacious pack rat nest. -Litchfield Park
Continue reading..Stuck Longnosed SnakeThis homeowner was in her garage when she spotted two Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes and quickly realized they were locked up mating. When they noticed her, they moved further into the garage, with the male actively pulling the female along. Marissa arrived and was able to safely scoop both snakes while they remained locked together. The […]
Continue reading..Mating Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes in the GarageJosh found this little Smith’s Blackheaded Snake while working on a Rattlesnake Fence near Tucson the other day. This isn’t a baby – they’re tiny animals, which eat even tinier ones (invertebrates). They’re entirely harmless, and the snake was just moved to suitable habitat out of the way so it wouldn’t get injured while the […]
Continue reading..Smiths Blackheaded SnakeSpring in the desert means one thing for us: the relocation phone starts ringing again. Rattlesnakes are beginning to move after spending the winter in their dens, and that means our team is back out responding to calls across the Valley. Some of the first relocations of the season are already coming in, and in […]
Continue reading..Rattlesnake Season Has Officially StartedHomeowner called about a rattlesnake cruising through the backyard. By the time we arrived, the snake had moved to the other side of the fence but was still on the elevated terrain surrounding the home. The property was bordered by washes and open desert, making it prime habitat. We safely captured and relocated the snake […]
Continue reading..Snake Removal in a BackyardThis call was at a rental property used for retreats, surrounded by excellent desert habitat. The day before their event, they were setting up inside what used to be a garage with old garage doors and spotted a rattlesnake tucked between some chairs. She thought it was dead and left it alone. The next day, […]
Continue reading..Rattlesnake Caught in a GarageThis one from Apryl has us all 🤣 😂 “There has been a mystery guest at the Arizona Model Railroading Society building who has been knocking over the model trains and causing havoc all over the layout for the past couple of weeks. Thought to be some neighborhood kids, the club members shrugged it off, […]
Continue reading..Rattlesnake on a Train Model Set