Wildlife

Find out what to do if you come across sick, injured or orphaned wildlife or roadkill or come across a snake of concern.

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Wildlife

Sick and injured wildlife

If you find a sick, injured or orphaned animal please contact Bonorong Wildlife Rescue on 0447 264 625 at any time. Bonorong Wildlife Rescue is a privately run, volunteer-based rescue service operating Tasmania-wide.

Visits the website for more information: www.bonorong.com.au/wildlife-rescue

Reporting roadkill

To report roadkill on council owned roads please call us on 03 6217 9500.

To report roadkill on state highways and roads please call the Department of State Growth (Transport) on 1300 135 513.

Snakes

The warmer weather sees snakes on the move. All Tasmanian snakes are venomous. If you come across a snake, stay a safe distance away and do not disturb it.

If you are bitten by a snake, call 000 immediately.

Be vigilant, particularly in parklands and natural areas and look after your furry friends by keeping them under effective control.

If you come across a snake of concern on your property, please contact

  • Veronica Ross – The Snake Lady on 0414 064 972, or
  • Reptile Rescue on 0499 116 690, or
  • a local suitably qualified snake catcher. 

To report a snake found in a council facility, such as a playground or amenities building, contact us on 03 6217 9500.

More information

For information about wildlife, including endangered species, and restrictions on keeping wildlife as pets, visit the Wildlife Services at the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania website or call 03 6165 4305 or email wildlife.services@nre.tas.gov.au.