Australia's snake season generally hits between September and April as they start to venture out looking for food or a mate, but this can be brought forward if the end of winter and start of spring are unseasonably warm. 9News
hiding in places closer to home, with experts warning of a spike in surprise encounters ahead of peak breeding season.
"When it's raining they'll try hide from it and unfortunately, this is how they can actually end up inside houses, schools, or businesses, trying to hide from the rain," Snake Hunter Mark Pelly told 9News.com.au. Australia is home to the world's most venomous snakes, with approximately 3000 snake bites occurring each year.
The Australian Reptile Park said a venomous snake bite could destroy blood cells, cause blood clots or excessive bleeding and destroy tissue.The Australian Reptile Park said an increase in sightings is expected from now on and that it is important for people to understand how to keep safe.
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