Wildlife Aid snake handler warns of risk during busy snake season in Upper Hunter

Caitlin Reid
Updated January 12 2018 - 5:42pm, first published 2:39pm
DEADLY: The eastern brown snake is one of the most common in the area. Photo: Australian Reptile Park
DEADLY: The eastern brown snake is one of the most common in the area. Photo: Australian Reptile Park

FOLLOWING the death of a Tamworth man after a snake bite on Wednesday, local snake handler Daryl Claydon has voiced a timely warning about the dangers associated with the reptiles.

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Caitlin Reid

Caitlin Reid

Journalist

Caitlin Reid is a journalist at the Northern Daily Leader, focussing on a range of topics including Tamworth Regional Council, education, property and entertainment. To get in touch, email caitlin.reid@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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