Bunnings employees contain deadly guest hiding among garden items
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Australia is famous for its diverse wildlife.
Whether it's in the urban jungle or in the rural outskirts, animals find ways to integrate themselves with society.
However, a recent encounter should also remind Aussies that animals could also carry certain risks.
That's what happened to Bunnings staff members in Goulburn, NSW.
Staff members spotted a 'vibrant orange' tiger snake nestled among the garden wares.
The discovery of the brightly coloured serpent left the workers stunned and on alert.
Bunnings Goulburn called in a professional snake catcher to tackle the slithery case.
Snake catcher Ray McGibbon noted the snake's colourway was rare, especially in cooler regions.
Ray explained that the snake likely sought refuge from the heat on the store's cool concrete floor.
The Bunnings staff, while taken aback, managed to trap the snake under a large pot.
However, isolating a snake in a small container was not recommended.
Keeping a safe distance from venomous snakes is always the best course of action.
Fortunately, the tiger snake was placid, and Ray was able to relocate it to a nearby bushland safely.
Tiger snakes are known to 'hold their ground' during rare encounters
Tiger snakes also have potent venom, even from a young age.
While tiger snakes have small fangs that limit the damage they can inflict on prey, a bite on a human could be extremely dangerous.
According to Australia Wide First Aid, tiger snakes are responsible for approximately 17 per cent of snake bites in the country.
Tiger snakes were also the leading cause of four known fatalities due to venom.
However, many Australians may never see one in the wild due to their ability to hide and adapt to various environments—even the less-than-natural habitats like a hardware store.
This incident should be a reminder that even in seemingly safe store aisles, nature could always surprise us.
It's also a testament to the importance of staying vigilant and knowing what to do if you encounter a venomous snake.
Here are more tips on how to handle snakes during a wild encounter.
Have you ever come across an animal in an unusual place? How did you react? Share your stories with us in the comments below; we would love to hear about your brushes with Australia's diverse fauna.
Whether it's in the urban jungle or in the rural outskirts, animals find ways to integrate themselves with society.
However, a recent encounter should also remind Aussies that animals could also carry certain risks.
That's what happened to Bunnings staff members in Goulburn, NSW.
Staff members spotted a 'vibrant orange' tiger snake nestled among the garden wares.
The discovery of the brightly coloured serpent left the workers stunned and on alert.
Bunnings Goulburn called in a professional snake catcher to tackle the slithery case.
Bunnings staff managed to contain the snake before a professional snake catcher came in. Image Credits: Facebook/Southern Highlands & South Coast Snake Catchers
Snake catcher Ray McGibbon noted the snake's colourway was rare, especially in cooler regions.
Ray explained that the snake likely sought refuge from the heat on the store's cool concrete floor.
The Bunnings staff, while taken aback, managed to trap the snake under a large pot.
However, isolating a snake in a small container was not recommended.
Keeping a safe distance from venomous snakes is always the best course of action.
Fortunately, the tiger snake was placid, and Ray was able to relocate it to a nearby bushland safely.
Tiger snakes are known to 'hold their ground' during rare encounters
Tiger snakes also have potent venom, even from a young age.
While tiger snakes have small fangs that limit the damage they can inflict on prey, a bite on a human could be extremely dangerous.
According to Australia Wide First Aid, tiger snakes are responsible for approximately 17 per cent of snake bites in the country.
Tiger snakes were also the leading cause of four known fatalities due to venom.
However, many Australians may never see one in the wild due to their ability to hide and adapt to various environments—even the less-than-natural habitats like a hardware store.
This incident should be a reminder that even in seemingly safe store aisles, nature could always surprise us.
It's also a testament to the importance of staying vigilant and knowing what to do if you encounter a venomous snake.
Here are more tips on how to handle snakes during a wild encounter.
