SNAKES
Identification
General: Fifteen types of snakes can be found in Ontario
Colour: Varies; yellow stripes with dark background, reddish tinge, grey, etc.
Commonly found: In long grass, heavy wooded areas, under rocks, holes in ground
Protected Species: Butlers Garter snake and Milk snake (Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act)
FAQ
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What should I know about snakes?
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Snakes have smooth, glossy dry skin.
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Snakes are extremely sensitive to heat and cold.
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Snakes mainly prey on rodents and insects.
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Few snakes will attack humans unless provoked or molested in some way.
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Health risks associated with snakes?​
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Out of the fifteen types, only one, the Eastern Massasauga rattle snake, is venomous.
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Snakes can inflict a painful bite.
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How do snakes impact my property?
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Garter snakes can release pungent odors.
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Snakes may sometimes be found in large numbers in crawl spaces or basement of houses.
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Snakes have been known to lay eggs under foundations.
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How can I prevent snakes from invading?
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Block all small entrances and make sure all doors and windows fit tightly.
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Ensure proper pest management for the specific pest to discourage their food supply (i.e. rodents)
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Ask our licensed pest control professional for help!