Imagine this – you’re coming home from work and notice something different in the corner and are about to meet one of our crew, who’s about to tell you all about why this happened and what can be done to prevent it in the future. That happens every day here in Arizona, a few times […]
Continue reading..Rattlesnake Hiding By The Front DoorThe area under this tree is a popular place for rodents and birds … and so becomes a popular place for predators as well. This Western Diamondback Rattlesnake was spotted pitted in the sand waiting for an opportunity. But, being this close to the back door, Dave was called out to move it to a […]
Continue reading..Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Waiting For PreyA recently completed rattlesnake fencing project, this time at the childhood home of one of our own snake prevention specialists. This home is ready for rattlesnake season, which is imminent. More information on Rattlesnake Fencing: https://rattlesnakesolutions.com/keep-snakes-away/snake-fence.php?p=social
Continue reading..Rattlesnake FenceA perfect situation for wildlife includes ALL wildlife. This water hole attracts all kinds of birds, small mammals, and other animals people like to see in the yard. This also means, however, that predators of those animals will show up as well. This conversation was part of a recent property inspection. For more information on […]
Continue reading..Attracting Birds is the Same As Attracting RattlesnakesScottsdale, Arizona is home to 26 different species of snakes, including 6 species of rattlesnakes! While they’re not found throughout the city, much of Scottsdale is built to incorporate native habitat. As a result people in the Scottsdale area are more likely to run into a snake in their own backyard than many places in […]
Continue reading..Snakes of Scottsdale, Arizona IdentificationThis morning around 5am, a call came in from an apartment complex in Ahwatukee. The resident saw a snake, which could have been a small rattlesnake, disappear behind the washing machine. Marissa went out to get it, and thankfully it was just a Desert Nightsnake. These snakes are the most common snake in the valley […]
Continue reading..Desert Nightsnake In A HouseThis little rattlesnake had been hanging out in and out of the garage for the last few weeks. The homeowner put out some mothballs and snake repellent, and as always, the snake did not care at all. How that scam can continue to be sold is beyond me.
Continue reading..Snake Repellents Don’t Work At AllThis Sonoran Gophersnake was found cruising around the yard of an assisted living facility. Though it was known to be harmless, they preferred it be moved off the property. Marssia was able to find it after some searching, and moved it to a perfect spot on the adjacent preserve. More about why we sometimes relocate […]
Continue reading..Sonoran Gophersnake At Assisted Living FacilityWestern Diamondback found tucked up against a house in Marana today. This was the second relocation call within a month. They are the first house from the edge of a wash entrance, and will likely be on the front lines of rattlesnake encounters on their street for the foreseeable future.
Continue reading..Second Rattlesnake In A MonthFrom Dave on a late November snake relocation call: “Was called out to a home that I’ve been to many times over the years. A rattlesnake was coiled and rattling at the cats at the sliding glass door. As I was preparing to leave,I discovered a smaller Diamondback heading across the driveway and towards the […]
Continue reading..Two Rattlesnakes, One With An Interesting Rattle