Significance to Humans
Weakly venomous, not considered dangerous to humans
General Description
Slender snake with a large head and large “Cat” like eyes, usually orange-brown in colour in the Sydney region.
Average Length
1.2 metres with occasional specimens reaching 1.8 metres.
Habitat in Sydney Region
Usually in woodland forested areas.
General Habits
Nocturnal (Active by night)
Diet
Birds and their eggs, and small mammals. Some frogs and reptiles.
Local distribution
Common to the northern side of Sydney extending up the northern beaches
Around the Home
Excellent climber, often found in shrubs and trees around houses, as well as in roofs
