Eastern Blue-tongue Lizards occur in Sydney gardens and other sheltered habitats. They are non-venomous, but a frightened lizard can bite and break the skin. Leave it space and do not pick it up.
Blue-tongues eat a mixture of plant and animal food, including snails and insects. An uninjured lizard in a safe garden usually needs to be left alone. Keep pets away and take care when mowing or moving stored materials.
For identification and natural-history information, see the Australian Museum’s Eastern Blue-tongue guide.
Blue-tongue lizard removal help in Sydney
If a lizard is trapped, injured or in immediate danger, keep the area clear and call 0411 103 488 to discuss the situation. Do not relocate it yourself or handle an animal you cannot confidently identify.
Our genuine Willoughby blue-tongue call-out shows the type of situation our team has handled. For a suspected snake, use the Sydney snake-removal service; you do not need to identify the species before calling.
What do I do if my family pet is outside?
Keep dogs and cats away from the lizard. Bring pets inside when it is safe and allow the lizard space to move without being chased.
If the animal is injured or cannot leave a dangerous location, contact our team for advice. Do not attempt to catch it or move it to an unfamiliar area yourself.
