What to do after you catch a snake
Snakes are feared amongst many people, and in many cases, rightly so. Many venomous snakes have potentially deadly bites that can cause some serious damage. However, these are incredibly rare, for the simple reason that snakes are more scared of you than you are of them. It seems cliché, but it is true. And for that reason, snakes are not as dangerous as they may seem. Nevertheless, it is important to be wary of the dangers that they pose. If you catch one, here are some actions that you can take.
Call a Wildlife Removal Service
Wildlife removal professionals are trained when it comes to snakes. Therefore, they will know how to deal with the snake. The action that is taken varies greatly depending on whether the snake is venomous or not, and whereas you may not be able to differentiate between different types of snakes, a wildlife removal expert certainly would. Naturally, as they are not a public service, a fee will be required if you call a wildlife removal service but these are comparatively low and you may also get advice for how to snake-proof your house to avoid further such instances.
Do Not Kill the Snake
There are many reasons why extermination is not the best option when it comes to snakes. Federal law protects most species from harm, so there is a high chance it may be illegal to kill the snake species you have trapped. Many snake species are not venomous and pose no real threat. Therefore, in most scenarios, killing the snake is unnecessarily cruel. The final, and perhaps most important reason, is if a venomous snake is aggravated, it may lash out. Unless you kill the snake at the first attempt, aggravating a poisonous snake may turn out to be a fatal mistake.