Non-Venomous Snakes
This list highlights some of the most common and fascinating non-venomous snakes native to Australia, providing insights into their habitats, diets, and unique traits. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or just curious about Australian wildlife, these snakes are worth learning about and appreciating!
A Guide To Identifying Non-Venomous Snakes
Here are several non-venomous species found in Sydney, such as the Diamond Python, Green Tree Snake, and Common Keelback. These snakes are harmless to humans and play a crucial role in controlling pests like rodents. Understanding how to distinguish non-venomous snakes from their venomous counterparts helps promote safe coexistence with Sydney’s diverse wildlife.
Carpet Python
Morelia spilota
A large, non-venomous constrictor with a unique pattern of yellow, black, and brown. Agile climbers, carpet pythons prey on mammals, birds, and reptiles.
A large, non-venomous constrictor with a unique pattern of yellow, black, and brown. Agile climbers, carpet pythons prey on mammals, birds, and reptiles.
Green Tree Snake
Dendrelaphis punctulatus
A slender, non-venomous snake with bright green scales. Arboreal and agile, it feeds on small reptiles, frogs, and insects in tropical forests and gardens.
Keelback Snake
Xenochrophis piscator
A non-venomous, agile snake with keeled scales, thriving near water. It preys on frogs, fish, and small reptiles in wetlands and garden habitats.
Diamond Python
Morelia spilota
A large, non-venomous snake with a distinctive diamond pattern. Known for its climbing ability, it hunts birds, mammals, and reptiles in forests and woodlands.
A large, non-venomous snake with a distinctive diamond pattern. Known for its climbing ability, it hunts birds, mammals, and reptiles in forests and woodlands.
Spotted Python
Antaresia maculosa
A small, non-venomous snake with a pattern of light and dark spots. It is a skilled climber and constrictor, preying on small mammals, birds, and reptiles.