Living with wildlife
Living with wildlife
Googonians are likely to regularly see and interact with many native species given the wonderful natural surroundings of Googong.
Native animals that you mught see in this area include kangaroos, wombats, echidnas, possums, gliders, lizards, snakes, turtles, insects, spiders and a myriad of birds. For information on Googong’s threatened non-human residents, click here.
Snakes
The most commonly occurring snakes in the Googong area are the Eastern Brown Snake and Red-Bellied Black Snake.
If you come across a snake, don’t panic, snakes are likely to move away on their own accord and are best left alone. It one visits your yard it is usually just passing through and will generally only remain if there is a consistent food and water source. Remember, it is illegal to harm any native animal, including snakes.
If you are concerned about a snake on your property you can call Wildcare for advice on 02 6299 1966. More information on snakes in NSW can be found here.
Injured wildlife
If injured or orphaned wildlife are found within Googong Foreshores, you should alert the rangers at the ranger station on Googong Road or call them on 02 6207 2779. If injured or orphaned wildlife are found outside of the Foreshores, you should call Wildcare on 02 6299 1966.