Eastern Brown snake spotted near your home? What you should (and shouldn’t) do

Australia's eastern brown snake, despite its potent venom, is often misunderstood. Most bites occur defensively when the snake is disturbed, not due to aggression. Experts urge the public to maintain distance, avoid intervention, and immediately call licensed professionals for safe removal, especially as these snakes are drawn to suburban areas with prey.

Eastern Brown snake spotted near your home? What you should (and shouldn’t) do
Australia's eastern brown snake, despite its potent venom, is often misunderstood. Most bites occur defensively when the snake is disturbed, not due to aggression. Experts urge the public to maintain distance, avoid intervention, and immediately call licensed professionals for safe removal, especially as these snakes are drawn to suburban areas with prey.