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Two Young Western Diamondbacks at an East Tucson Office Park

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An office park in East Tucson called after several small snakes were spotted around one of the planter beds.

Gary searched the area and found two juvenile Western Diamondback Rattlesnakes using the landscaping for cover. With a wash nearby, they likely hadn’t traveled very far from more natural habitat.

Both young rattlesnakes were safely captured and relocated into a massive packrat midden in the nearby wash. With deep cover, shade, and plenty of rodent activity, it was about as good a place as a young Western Diamondback could ask for.

Gila Monster Finds a Way Home

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This homeowner is a previous customer who discovered a Gila Monster on her property last week. She waited to see if it would leave on its own, but after several days became concerned it may be unable to leave.

When we arrived, the Gila Monster was resting behind a cabinet on the back porch. We moved the furniture, safely secured it in the bucket, and kept it in the shade while we explored the property for an appropriate release site.

The homeowner has a background in wildlife conservation and gave permission to relocate the Gila Monster elsewhere on her property, so she tagged along for the release. We eventually found a large, deep cave with a rocky internal structure that provided excellent shelter while keeping the Gila Monster very close to where it was originally found.

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Found During Tucson School Fence Inspection

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While conducting a pre-install inspection for a large rattlesnake fencing project at a school in Tucson, Addie spotted a Western Diamondback Rattlesnake sitting in ambush along the fence line. It was a great reminder that even before a project begins, snakes are already using these spaces as part of their natural habitat. The snake was safely secured and relocated within its estimated home range to more suitable habitat away from the school, where it could continue its role in the desert ecosystem with fewer opportunities for human interaction.

Western Diamondback Rattlesnake Under Lawn Decoration

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This homeowner called us after discovering a large Western Diamondback Rattlesnake sitting in ambush beneath a lawn decoration while she was watering her plants. She had actually called us just the day before to remove another large Western Diamondback from the backyard, and this one was nearly as impressive. When Josh arrived, he quickly secured the rattlesnake, offered it some water to help it recover from the summer heat, and completed a thorough inspection of the property to be sure no other snakes were present. He then located a suitable release site within the snake’s estimated home range, where a large rodent burrow along a desert wash provided excellent shelter and cover for the rattlesnake to continue its important role in the ecosystem.

Juvenile Rattlesnake Behind the Grill

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This homeowner walked into the backyard and discovered a juvenile Western Diamondback Rattlesnake coiled behind the grill. Fortunately, the snake stayed put until Josh arrived. The homeowner kept an eye on it from a safe distance without disturbing it, which made the removal quick and straightforward. That simple step is one of the most helpful things a homeowner can do, as it greatly increases the chances of finding the snake exactly where it was first seen. The young Western Diamondback Rattlesnake was safely relocated to suitable habitat within its native range, where it was released into a large, deep rodent burrow beneath protective cover.

Kingsnake Gets a Helping Hand

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A homeowner called after discovering a Kingsnake cruising through the garden in her backyard. She had no problem sharing the space with a Kingsnake, but the yard was surrounded by a large stucco wall with very few ways in or out. Concerned the snake may have become trapped, she gave us a call.

Josh was on the road within minutes, and when he arrived the Kingsnake was still making its way along the base of the wall. After receiving the traditional Kingsnake musk bath, he secured the snake in a bucket and searched for a suitable release location. The Kingsnake was released into a deep rodent burrow beneath a dead Saguaro, where the shade and cover provided an excellent new temporary refuge within its estimated home range.

Rattlesnake Found in a Slipper

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Well, that’s not a good place to store your rattlesnakes.

Residents found this adorable yearling Western Diamondback Rattlesnake curled up in a shoe on their patio. They had a small child and cat that frequently played out there – just inches from where the snake was found. There were large gaps in the patio walls, providing easy access for critters, and the area was newly developed near the Santa Cruz River. Aleksa captured the snake and relocated to suitable habitat.

Rattlesnake Sounds Like a Gas Leak

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These homeowners thought they might have a gas leak when they started hearing a strange noise coming from behind the stove. When they checked it out, it turned out to be a little Western Diamondback rattlesnake that had snuck inside through an open door. The snake was safely removed and relocated to suitable habitat nearby. East Tucson.

Rattlesnake On The Patio

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A call came in for a rattlesnake on the front porch. The homeowner was no stranger to rattlesnakes, as we have been to the property several times in the past. This one was tucked in between the back corner next to a rock and some decorations. There was a water bowl for lizards and birds within a couple of feet of the snake, near the front door, which was likely the reason the snake was there. Josh went out to capture the snake and relocate it to a deep rock crevice within its natural home range.