Throw it a kiss and say g’day and walk away

I’m used to cane toads and ticks over at the allotment, this is Queensland after all. To complete the trilogy we now have a snake.

When I was at the farm the other day we found a Black Whip Snake when we were rolling the tumblers.  It was under a compost tumbler and was trying to desperately get away when disturbed.  Dan who was there when it was discovered has some bush experience and was able to identify it. It has a very large eye, body and tail long and slender. Rich brown above, spotted with black and flecked with white: small dark blotches on top of head; belly green grey.  It can grow to 1.5m and is potentially dangerous but not neuro-toxic. See further reference on Page 204 of “Wildlife of Greater Brisbane”.

We have been advised of the action to be taken – be aware but not alarmed. Take care when moving tin or boxes on the ground.  Move objects with a rake handle first just in case a snake is sheltering underneath.  Walk heavily in long grass or bush.  Snakes will always try to get away.  Laminated first-aid prints are distributed in prominent positions around the farm. Don’t forget to wear closed in boots and if bitten apply first-aid and seek medical attention. A first-aid kit is supplied.

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I’ve been doing a big of googling about snakes in Australia and I just love this comment by Rural Reporter Brooke Neindorf on the ABC website  –  check out the last sentence  “Australia has lots of venomous snakes. They cause few problems to sensible people [and] left alone they just go about their business.”  “Just throw it a kiss and say g’day and walk away, that’s what I reckon.”

I must remember that ……  I’m sure it will help.

Happy gardening.