Snakes have great benefits for the ecosystem. These animals control the population of a number of pests, such as cockroaches, mice, and other insects. However, many species of snake are venomous, and some are dangerous to pets and humans. Depending on where you live, preventing snakes from entering your yard may be very important. In addition, you should also avoid snakes when hiking or trekking (similar to hiking, but done in a place with minimal transportation).
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Method 1 of 2: Removing Snakes from Home
Step 1. Keep the yard free from scattered objects
Snakes attack by ambushing. That is, these animals attack their prey from dark hiding places. Thus, scattered objects are ideal places for snakes to hide. Piles of leaves, compost, hay, piles of firewood, wood chips, and piles of grass clippings are great places for snakes to hide. So, get rid of these objects from the home page.
Instead of using wood chips, you should choose gravel to spread on the lawn. Gravel is an uncomfortable or ineffective place for snakes to hide
Step 2. Avoid plants that can grow tall
Just like scattered objects, certain shrubs and plants make ideal places for snakes to hide. A great way to keep snakes out of your yard is to mow the lawn regularly. Dense bushes and gardens full of lush plants can also attract snakes.
If you are very concerned about the arrival of snakes, remove or prune the plant. However, if you don't want to get rid of the plants that are there, try moving them to a corner of the yard away from your house
Step 3. Get rid of all food sources that snakes like
Snakes will roam in the yard if there is something to eat. Depending on the species, these can be large insects such as grasshoppers and cockroaches or small mammals such as mice.
Try placing traps or spraying insect repellents designed to keep these pests out of your yard. This will also keep the snake away from the page
Step 4. Cover each hole
If you find a snake in your yard and want to get rid of it, the best thing you can do is find and seal any holes in the foundation of your building, garage, or door. Check the area carefully, and if there is a hole (even if it is small) close the hole immediately. Although the hole is small, it is large enough to be used as an entrance for several types of garter snakes (snakes that usually live in gardens).
In addition to the entrance through the house, any holes or crevices in the foundation of a building can be an ideal hiding place for snakes
Step 5. Install a snake-retaining fence
The effectiveness of a snake-retaining fence will depend on the types of snakes that are around your home and how they enter the yard. However, there are special types of fences that have proven to be effective against a wide variety of snakes. Snake-retaining fences are usually manufactured in three types: plastic sheet, steel wire mesh, or mesh fence. No matter the form of construction, the fence must be planted into the ground at an angled outward. This is to prevent snakes from entering from below or climbing over the fence.
- Fencing the entire page this way may not be practical. Instead, try to fence off certain areas where children and pets are likely to visit.
- It's also a good idea to install the same snake repellent around buildings that are above the ground. This can prevent snakes from hiding under them.
Step 6. Make a vibration
If you have encountered snakes in your garden or yard in the past, and are concerned that some snakes are still hiding there today, run a lawnmower or tiller (hand tractor) around the area. You don't need to actually mow the grass or work the garden because your aim is not to kill the snake, but simply to scare it away. The vibrations generated by the machine can usually scare away many snakes, especially the garter snake.
Keep in mind that this doesn't permanently repel snakes, but if you want to garden, it can keep the snakes away long enough to allow you to garden in peace
Step 7. Set the trap
If you suspect snakes are already in your yard, or you're concerned that they may have entered your home before you can take action to get rid of them, try installing a mechanical or glue trap in your garage or basement. However, before you set a trap, contact the animal control officer in your area first to make sure that the procedure you are doing can be carried out safely and legally.
Don't set glue traps outside your yard. It can inhumanely trap wildlife other than snakes
Method 2 of 2: Acting Safe While On The Hiking Trail
Step 1. Use a trekking stick when you go hiking
These sticks look a lot like ski sticks, but can be adapted for use on the ground. You can use trekking sticks to clear tall grass and other bushes that get in your way. This action can scare away snakes that are hiding. When you're hiking, sticks hitting the ground and hitting rocks can also repel snakes. This animal can feel the vibrations on the ground, and will usually leave when it senses your presence.
If you don't have a trekking stick, you can use a ski stick
Step 2. Use clean, frequently used hiking trails
Snakes like to hide under rocks, wood and dense leaves. Paths that are clear of piles of objects are less likely to attract snakes. In addition, if you continue to use the good path, the large number of people passing by will keep the snakes away. These animals do not like to be near humans, and if there are many people who frequently use a certain area, snakes will avoid that area.
Step 3. Watch your steps
Many snakes, such as rattlesnakes, are of the same color as their surroundings. Pay close attention when tracing the path so that you can effectively identify and avoid encounters with snakes before they occur. Be careful when passing through rocks or wood that crosses. If you have to pass an object that has fallen across, step on it, not just step over it. This gives you the opportunity to observe the area around the object to make sure that there are no snakes lurking nearby.
- Do not pick up logs or rocks while walking along the hiking trails. This action can disturb the snake hiding behind it and can provoke the snake to attack.
- If you need a place to lean on when hiking, for example on the surface of a rock or tree, pay close attention to where you place your hands.
Step 4. Choose the right time to go hiking
Snakes are cold-blooded animals so they cannot regulate their body temperature like humans. These animals must bask in the sun to warm the body, and shelter from the sun to cool the body. Consequently, snakes tend to be more active when the weather is warm. If you really don't want to run into snakes while hiking, it's a good idea to hike when it's cold.
Tips
While snakes usually behave the same way everywhere, some species prefer different hiding places and food sources. Knowing the types of snakes that live in your area can help you determine the most effective way to get rid of these animals
Warning
- If you come across a snake that may be venomous, don't try to catch or kill it yourself. A snake's actions can be difficult to predict if cornered, and can strike from far beyond your expectations. Call a professional to get rid of the snake safely.
- Don't be tempted to use chemical snake repellents. Besides being ineffective, this material is also dangerous for children and other wildlife.
- Do not use camphor to ward off snakes. Camphor is a pesticide registered by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), the US environmental protection agency. Therefore, if you live in the US, use camphor according to the instructions on the package. Use outside of the provisions on the packaging is an act that violates the law. Besides being completely ineffective at repelling snakes, their pungent smell can be poisonous.
