A homeowner in north Phoenix spotted these two Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes mating under a bush, near the burrow of their pet tortoise. The property had a pond and is surrounded by native desert, making for ideal habitat for snakes to visit from time to time. Marissa captured them and released them together, hopefully to continue […]

Viewed straight on, it’s very hard to see the row of steel mesh added to this fence to keep rattlesnakes out of the area. On the right side of the photo, you can see where the sun makes it more visible. In time, this shine fades as well. We also have black PVC coated material […]

Pool equipment areas are typically tucked away, out of sight, and often out of mind. The combination of shade, structures, higher ambient moisture, and general privacy make them ideal situations for rodents and other animals to move in. This Western Diamondback Rattlesnake, found in such a situation, is an example. This is very familiar to […]

Perfectly-fitting steel and concrete will keep rattlesnakes of any size from getting through this gate. There’s still some time before rattlesnakes are part of daily desert life, before our phones go crazy. More information on Rattlesnake Fencing: https://rattlesnakesolutions.com/keep-snakes-away/snake-fence.php?p=social

This Western Diamondback Rattlesnake decided that the middle of the driveway was the best spot to coil up and rest. Marissa went out to have a chat about making good decisions, then helped it find a safer spot back within native habitat. – Scottsdale AZ

Did you know: You can reduce the chances of having a rattlesnake on the patio by removing excess cover from the corners. Decorations, potted plants, etc., can add just enough extra safety for a rattlesnake looking to rest in a shady spot. These kinds of small decisions can make the difference between a rattlesnake deciding […]

Some recent sneaky snakes found at homes around the Phoenix area. All were relocated to carefully selected microhabitat within their estimated home range, released directly to deep cover. This can vary greatly based on species, sex, condition, season, and other factors. Often, once the snake is captured, that is when the real work begins. This […]

A standard Cave Creek door greeter, avoiding the sun of the day in the well-shaded entryway. This little Western Diamondback Rattlesnake even found some decorations to pretty it up a bit. It was helped to a less toe-friendly situation within its home range.

Another bit of cold weather coming up, and then rattlesnake prime time begins. This backyard doesn’t care though, because all entrances are sealed up to 1/4″ or less. Our schedule will be filling up faster than a rattlesnake strike (yes that was cheesy, sorry, it’s early), so if rattlesnake fencing is part of your 2025 […]

In context, the camouflage of a Southwestern Speckled Rattlesnake is about perfect. The homeowner, working outside near this creosote for a few hours before noticing one of the rocks looked a little off. Marissa was called out to help it get up the mountain.