Ahead of World Snake Day (Sunday 16 July), WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo has welcomed four new venomous reptiles. Beryl and Ethel, two female northern death adders, joining Jimbo and Chilli a male eastern tiger snake duo.
The latest arrivals join long-term resident, Kevin – the eastern brown snake, which is one of the world’s most venomous snakes they’re all neighbours at the attraction’s new Snake Shack.
Emily Partridge, Venomous Snake Keeper, said, “The five snakes are an incredible representation of some of the world’s most venomous snakes, showcasing the amazing diversity of species which are native to Australia. WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo is home to an array of reptiles ranging from pythons to dragons, monitors and skinks. But by far the most respected are the elapids (venomous snakes).
“It’s not your average day in the office, working alongside some of the world’s most revered snakes and we need to ensure we follow stringent safety protocols in this job, but for the most part they are keen to avoid us! My top safety tip if you ever come across a dangerous snake in the wild, is to leave the snake alone. It’s very unusual for snakes to bite unless provoked – so we need to respect when we’re in their homes.”
During the winter school holidays, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo has added a special Snake Keeper Talk presented daily at 1:30pm, where zoo guests can find out more whilst coming face to face with the deadly new arrivals.
For more information visit please visit: www.wildlifesydney.com.au
