Disclaimer

About identification results

Snake Identifier is a general guide to Australian snakes. Its questionnaire, photographs, species pages and photo tool can suggest possibilities, but cannot confirm an identification. Similar species can look alike, and colour, age, lighting, location information and image quality can affect results. The database may not include every possibility.

Do not rely on a result, confidence label or venom description to decide that a snake is safe to approach, touch or handle. Keep your distance.

If a bite may have occurred

Call 000 for an ambulance for any suspected snakebite, including when the person feels well. Do not delay emergency care to take a photo or use this website. Follow the emergency operator’s instructions. Read healthdirect’s snakebite advice.

First-aid information

Our first-aid summary links to Australian guidance and records when its sources were checked. It is general information, not individual medical advice or a substitute for practical training. A source link does not imply that the source organisation has reviewed or endorsed this website.