Significance to Humans
Non-Venomous, Harmless.
General Description
This common snake is harmless, readily recognised as it is an agile snake with a very slender body and tail. The body colour varies from green to olive-green to black, sometimes even blue, frequently pale yellow on the throat and belly but other pale colours have been noted, blue flecks are present on the flank. Eyes are larger than in most snakes.
Average Length
1.2 metres but a specimen of 1.96 metres has been recorded.
Habitat in Sydney Region
Found in a variety of habitats ranging from rainforest to woodland to urban areas where it preys on fish, frogs and other small animals.
General Habits
Diurnal (Active by day)
Diet
Predominantly frogs and skinks.
Local distribution
Common & widespread throughout Sydney
Around the Home
Found commonly around suburban homes with folliage and bushland nearby.
Common tree snakes photographed in Cammeray
In our published Cammeray field report, eight common tree snakes were found together in a sunny backyard rockery. These genuine photographs show the garden setting and professional handling during that call-out. A group found together does not by itself establish a nest or breeding.
Read the Cammeray eight-tree-snake field report, or see our Cammeray snake-removal and local safety guide. Keep clear of any unidentified snake; use our photo identification guidance without approaching it.
