Notes in our records from Greyson on a rattlesnake call the other night: “I was called out to north phoenix last night to catch this diamondback. The customers found it in their yard while clearing out some bushes shortly after 8pm. The customer attempted to move the snake himself with an improper tool which the […]
Continue reading..Rattlesnake Found In Wood PileThis is one of the most dangerous situations we can deal with – a rattlesnake caught in plastic bird netting. We use tools like the snake tube, shown in the photos, to carefully keep the pointy end of the snake restrained while we can cut away the mesh. Also in the photo: the bones of […]
Continue reading..A Dangerous Situation: Rattlesnake Caught In Bird NettingThe Tucson relocation hotline will be busy soon – this is the first call for Gary, our newest rattlesnake relocator in the area. This Western Diamondback Rattlesnake was sitting out at 55˚F, catching some rain to drink on hydrophobic scales. The home was built over a rock outcrop with access under the dek, meaning this […]
Continue reading..Tucson Snake RemovalA contractor doing some renovations to a Tucson guest house came across this scene. A Tiger Rattlesnake from a nearby golfcourse, where a population of them do quite well with the natural habitat between the grass, with the occasional visit to nearby homes. The snake was carefully relocated to suitable microhabitat for the season (last […]
Continue reading..Tiger Rattlesnake In The HouseFun times at the office. This little Western Diamondback Rattlesnake was spotted at a warehouse in Tucson. Its presence indicates that there are also mice cruising around from time to time. Dave was able to get it to a better spot.
Continue reading..Rattlesnake In An Office BuildingImagine 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 Identification