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.

This little Longnosed Snake was found just like this in a pool. Snakes and other small animals often fall in while trying to get a drink, and can drown. This one found a ledge, though, so was able to be rescued. This is a pretty common situation in Scottsdale, where this happened.

A truly ironic picture: a trap designed to kill rodents, instead killed a predator that would kill countlessly more rodents within its lifetime. Not only that, this species eats rattlesnakes. If your pest control guy insists on putting these in the garage, it may be time to put both the traps and that company into […]

An early February rattlesnake relocation to a garage in the east valley. This often prompts comments like “too soon I thought they were hibernating!!!!” … but situations like this mean the snake had been hiding in the garage for a few months now. The little Western Diamondback Rattlesnake was relocated to a better spot for […]

The reality of development. This sidewinder was found dead at a construction site. Nearby, there was also a dead Mojave Rattlesnake. Every time native desert is processed into the latest batch of homes, this is the situation for hundreds of small animals. Yes, we do often try and contact developers when large new developments come […]