Georgia Snake Hunter

29/04/2024

Despite my busy schedule, my biggest commitment lies in rescuing animals in distress. Many people ask why I don’t charge for my services, but the fulfillment of saving a life is far more meaningful than any financial gain. For me, the value lies in empathy and fostering a sense of responsibility in others through education. It’s about leaving a positive imprint in a world often full of negativity in the form of hate, lies, and a lack of care for others and animals. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve strived to make a meaningful impact. I’ve always believed in the power of selflessness and kindness to shape a brighter future, even when no one’s watching. While money may come and go, laying the foundation for a more positive future leaves an imprint forever.

Below is a harmless ratsnake extremely tangled up in outdoor netting. Rather than having less than 24 hours to live, he will get to continue his life for potentially many more years in the wild.

- Georgia Snake Hunter 🐍

02/07/2023

A beautiful and large pair of mating Ratsnakes, safely removed from a garage.

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24/06/2023

Another Ratsnake was rescued and able to live another day! This outdoor netting causes a very slow and painful death for our wildlife and this poor guy was extremely tangled around his mouth to the point we could not see his head. He was so happy to stretch his jaw after being freed and was very thankful to us for saving his life! 🐍

19/05/2023

Here are 2 photos displaying the comparison between a Midland Watersnake and a venomous Copperhead. These 2 species are often mistaken for one another, with many people incorrectly identifying the watersnake like the one shown here as a copperhead or water moccasin.

Midland watersnakes and watersnakes in general, can have a wide variety of different shades of colors. However, the shown watersnake here represents the typical appearance. Midland watersnakes feature tornado-like bands that start near the head and transition into blotches towards the tail. Copperheads exhibit similar colors but possess an hourglass or Hershey's kiss-shaped pattern throughout the entirety of their body.

With the patterns and colors shown here, it can be easy to misidentify them, especially in the wild when you are unsure and surprised. If you are unsure what you have stumbled upon it’s best to admire from a safe distance. As always, I will remind you that snakes play such a crucial role in our ecosystem. They are not inherently aggressive towards humans at all. If we respect their space and have a better understanding of them, we can all coexist with the fascinating species of snakes that we have here in Georgia! 🐍

08/05/2023

Among all of the creatures here in America, the Ratsnake often finds itself unjustly killed out of pure emotion or lack of knowledge. Contrary to popular belief, ratsnakes are not evil, aggressive, or even terrifying. They are, in fact, one of the most docile and friendly wild animals that one can encounter. Their curious nature and remarkable climbing abilities can often put them in predicaments that may result in them very commonly getting into homes while searching for rodents.

Their impressive size might appear intimidating to those unfamiliar with snakes. Rather than succumbing to fear, we should embrace knowledge and understanding so that we can recognize the valuable role they play in our ecosystem. As a natural predator, this species can help control populations of rodents that have the ability to wreak havoc on our property and spread diseases. By keeping the rodent population in check, ratsnakes can contribute to a healthier environment for all living beings, including humans!

There are so many prejudices against snakes and other wildlife that they blind us to the beauty and importance of nature's creations. Instead, let us cultivate a deeper appreciation for wildlife and educate ourselves on the things we don’t know or fear. It’s our responsibility as humans to protect and preserve our natural world. By embracing the diversity of life, including the misunderstood and feared animals such as our incredible ratsnakes, we can continue to take steps towards a more compassionate future that will benefit humans and all of nature! 🐍

-Georgia Snake Hunter

03/05/2023

It’s mating season for snakes which means you may walk up on them mating in the oddest places. The Amazon driver had quite the scare while running up to the front door to drop off a package!

Pictured are 2 harmless Eastern Kingsnakes. They were both relocated to the backyard wooded area where they can continue to thrive safely 🐍

12/04/2023

Hello everyone! As we head into snake season, it is important to recognize the vital role that these amazing animals play in our ecosystem. Through education, we can continue to take more steps in a positive direction to prevent the unnecessary killing of snakes.

I offer a free service for removing snakes that may have entered your home or identifying them with helpful information through a simple message. Please consider these useful resources before you grab that shovel and let’s protect and appreciate these amazing creatures! 🐍

Photo: Harmless Ratsnake

16/09/2022

Another sticky trap, and another stuck snake! This little Ratsnake was safely freed from this cruel trap with no injuries. After a good cleaning, it was released at a nearby location to continue thriving in the wild 🐍

12/09/2022

Sad ending alert.

The other day I received a call about a citizen’s dog that had found a rattlesnake in the front yard. I arrived to find a beautiful Timber Rattlesnake, which we named Charli. After close inspection, it was noticed that Charli had a bite mark with 2 lacerations and some broken ribs. Due to the circumstances, Charli was transferred to Chattahoochee Nature Center Wildlife Rehabilitation to receive some X-Rays. The fantastic and professional staff were not intimidated at the least by Charli and took on the task and were able to safely tube and asses his condition. Unfortunately, it was found that he had a broken spine and would need to be humanely euthanized.

This beautiful species, unfortunately, lost its life but will still be persevered and used as part of the education program at CNC for many many years. I’m sure you are all curious about the pup's condition as well. There were absolutely no bites or envenomation received from the rattlesnake. It is assumed the dog was quick to grab and shake the snake as it was trying to escape and did not have time to react.

30/07/2022

Outdoor netting and glue traps are extremely inhumane to animals and cause them to die a slow and agonizing death. Thankfully, we are here to help try and save them before it is too late. Please educate friends, family, and neighbors about the dangers of outdoor netting and glue traps!

This beautiful Black Racer got tangled up but was able to be safely cut loose. There was some slight scale damage but this will heal through the next few sheds! The homeowner was happy to allow me to release the snake back on the property after educating them on the benefits of having a Black Racer around. And yes, the netting will be removed to prevent future encounters! 🐍a

25/07/2022

This ratsnake was STUCK STUCK! Managed to tangle himself up really bad in this outdoor netting. He definitely did not appreciate me trying to get him free at first but calmed down once he felt himself getting loose. After a while I was able to free him and release him back into the wooded area with no injuries! 🐍

30/06/2022

Another beautiful copperhead spared and saved to live another day! He was a very curious character and really liked my shoes 😄🐍

19/06/2022

A very stunning and docile copperhead safely relocated to live another day! 🐍

14/06/2022

These homeowners had quite the scare last night when their sound bar to the tv suddenly started blasting in the middle of the night. They came down to find the intruder, a 5 foot long healthy rat snake hanging out behind the TV. The star of this reality TV show was released safely back into the woods and set on his way to hopefully cause less drama in the future! 🐍

07/06/2022

STICKY TRAPS: BAD
SNAKES: GOOD

Please for the love of nature stop using sticky traps as they are one of the most inhumane and worst ways to die a slow and painful death. Thankfully, this harmless juvenile ratsnake was saved before causing himself any injury or death!

11/06/2021

The other day I got a call about a Kingsnake trapped in netting. Turns out there were 2 Kings! Unfortunately, 1 was deceased already and the other was barely alive. I quickly and safely removed the net from the one that was alive and gave him some much-needed water. This was one of the worst netting removals I’ve had to deal with due to the time-lapse of 3 days being trapped.

Due to the injuries, I quickly transported him to UGA to be worked on. While driving to UGA the poor guy began to pass (mouth open and limp to the touch). I was able to attempt resuscitating measures by gently massaging the snake's body working up towards the head which surprisingly worked and he began moving again. All the while driving at 90 mph down the highway getting flicked off by multiple people 😅.

When I arrived at UGA the snake was moving and active, just trying to get away. This was a great sign and I turned him over to the staff to be cared for. I don’t know the outcome if he survived or not but I’m hoping for the best! And I felt like I did everything possible to save his life so that I won’t have a heavy heart.

Please don’t use outdoor netting! This is a continuous problem we deal with due to our wildlife being trapped, sometimes for days like this case. Remember our wildlife is precious and it’s up to us to make sure they can thrive! 🐍

26/04/2021

The homeowner had a “giant” snake in his garage 😁. Found the culprit... A harmless and beautiful juvenile ratsnake 🐍

17/04/2021

Picture 1: An adult Dekay’s Brownsnake along with a juvenile. These are one of the most common snakes you will find around your home. They feed on garden pests and are completely harmless to you and your animals. They only reach about 13 inches in length full grown.

Picture 2: Venomous Copperhead. Approximately 3 feet in length full grown and are generally heavy-bodied. They feed primarily on amphibians and lizards.

Often, the 2 have mistaken identities due to similar colors but they are 2 completely different species. A juvenile copperhead will be a similar length to an adult dekay’s but the copperhead will have a bright yellow-tipped tail as a juvenile. Here we can compare the 2 species with these photos!

10/04/2021

Safely removed this elusive Black Racer in a cluttered garage. It wasn’t easy given the racers quick speed and feisty defensive behavior but we eventually were able to capture and release him to the woods nearby.

07/04/2021

Help your neighbors and friends out when they start talking about one of these common myths.

24/11/2020

Always cool to find a less common species around your home! We were lucky enough to stumble upon this very good looking Red-Bellied snake in our backyard. Which is very closely related to the Dekay’s Brownsnake. They are found less commonly around suburban areas unless you live in a wooded area, which is the type of habitat you will generally find this species.

Red-Bellied snakes only reach about 10 inches full grown and will feed primarily on slugs. This small species is completely harmless to you and your animals and are not known to bite at all when handled.

The many variable colors they come in can often cause confusion when trying to ID them. This darker coloration can often confuse them as a Ring-Necked snake. And their more common brown color can confuse them as a Dekay’s Brownsnake. We can ID this snake with the help of their diamond-like “collar” behind their head which will be an orange/yellowish color. 🐍

13/11/2020

Another Ratsnake was saved and removed out of a garage. Many snakes will venture into open garages, especially when heavily cluttered. While searching for the snake, I located a lot of evidence of rat f***s which explains their unwanted visitor. Thankfully, after explaining the situation and educating, they allowed our friendly and helpful Ratsnake to stay around the home! 🐍

09/11/2020

This large Rat Snake made its way into a citizen's engine compartment to escape the rain. After searching for it in the rain for about 20 min, it was finally found and captured. This docile Rat Snake was very much enjoying the attention from all the on-lookers and was in no rush to get away! He was released to a nearby location that would be much more suitable for his habitat.

03/09/2020

I received a call from some frantic daycare workers saying that the kids found a snake under the slide of the playground. Thankfully, the young kids were all rushed inside by the quick-thinking workers and nobody was put into harm's way. I quickly arrived to find this beautiful copperhead curled up under the slide.

This is a great reminder that we should all teach our children at a young age about respecting snakes. This does not mean to teach them to fear snakes - but teaching them to admire from a safe distance and notify a nearby adult. A great starting point would be to teach them about copperheads, our most common venomous snake. We should always be aware of our surroundings, even where we least expect it, like the playground of a daycare.

This copperhead was not out to cause harm to anyone, he simply ended up seeking out shelter in the wrong place at the wrong time. I safely captured this calm guy and he never attempted to strike once. He was relocated to a nearby location where he will strive in our ecosystem and not be in contact with any humans! 🐍

05/08/2020

Quick and easy Rat Snake removal earlier today. He appreciated my help so much he gave me a nice loving kiss as thanks!! This is typically what you can expect a bite from a rat snake to look like. They have completely harmless bites that require no attention other than soap and water at your own discretion!😁🐍

29/07/2020

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21/07/2020

I was called in reference to a large snake being spotted several times on their property near the kid's playground set. After lots of searching, I was unsuccessful in finding anything. I kept going back to a large rock that was in the front yard because I was convinced it would be the perfect hiding spot. I tried looking under it several times and could not find anything. I was not convinced enough so I strapped the rock to my truck and moved it, finding this beautiful Timber Rattlesnake hiding underneath!

The homeowner was very kind and wished this snake could stay, but due to having 2 children, she needed it removed. I was able to safely relocate this docile girl to a great habitat nearby. During the entire process, she never struck once and was very interested in the camera. Although they are very pretty to look at, they are still venomous and should be givin space and respect! 🐍

16/07/2020

This beautiful gravid (pregnant) Copperhead made its home in a woodpile in someone’s backyard. She was safely caught and relocated to a much more adequate area nearby. The homeowner was very understanding as to why this copperhead chose her backyard and she had no intention to end this copperheads life because of it. The large woodpile in her backyard will be removed to prevent any further possible visits!

Copperheads love woodpiles and rock piles to seek shelter. If you want to try and prevent copperheads from being in your yard, you should start by removing any type of large junk piles, such as wood, rocks, and even man-made objects.

So, rather than killing them, let’s start taking preventive measures to try and deter them so that they will move along to somewhere more sustainable! If there is still an issue, please reach out to me for help so I can help keep these awesome creatures safe and thriving in our ecosystem! 🐍

10/07/2020

A juvenile Black Racer removal from today. Often confused with rat snakes, we can distinguish the difference between the two using a couple of main key features.

-Black Racers will have a white chin with no labial bars, unlike our rat snakes who have black labial bars on their chins.
-They also will have smooth scales whereas rat snakes will have keeled scales.
-Black Racers have a thin body with long tails and are known for their speed, hence the name!
-Young juvenile Racers have patterns that fade away as they mature which eventually will result in their solid black appearance.

If you are fast enough, you may get lucky to catch one. But don’t get too excited, because Racers are typically known to be more defensive than some of our other snakes and will be quick to strike. Thankfully, these guys are completely harmless to us and our pets and generally do not want to get close enough to make friends with either. 😁🐍

28/06/2020

Another King snake saved, and another axe wielding citizen educated! They even allowed it to stay and fix their rodent issue after some convincing! 😊🐍