January 6, 2023
Bites and Stings
Tasmania is home to three species of snake: the Tiger snake, the Lowland copperhead snake, and the White lipped snake. These three snake species are all cold adapted and have highly neurotoxic venom.
January 5, 2023
How-To
A crush injury can result from any object that exerts applied and continual force on the body. Without immediate first aid and medical attention, a crush injury can lead to heart, lung, and kidney failure.
January 4, 2023
Bites and Stings
Cairns is currently dealing with several infestations of Yellow crazy ants. Yellow crazy ants are one of the world's worst invasive species, as they swarm aggressively and spray formic acid as a defence and attack mechanism.
January 3, 2023
Seasonal Concerns
Popular along the Australian east coast during summer, the Bluebottle jellyfish has stinging cells that contain toxic proteins and can cause intense pain, swelling, and even allergic reactions.
January 2, 2023
Bites and Stings
Spider wasps are native to Australia. They are renowned for a painful sting that they use to paralyse and parasite large spiders, such as the Funnel-web.
December 31, 2022
Bites and Stings
Teddy bear bees are solitary creatures that build underground nests in soft soil across Australia. Despite their cute name, they can give a painful sting on par with that of the Fire ant.
December 30, 2022
Bites and Stings
Found throughout Australia, including the cold climates of Tasmania, the Badge Huntsman is feared for its ability to climb quickly across walls and ceilings. They can also deliver a nasty bite comprising pain, sweating, and nausea.
December 29, 2022
Bites and Stings
The Yellow faced whip snake is common throughout the greater Brisbane area. A shy and nervous species, the Yellow faced whip will bite when threatened, and its venom can cause severe symptoms like localised pain and swelling.
December 28, 2022
Bites and Stings
The Paper wasp is common throughout Australian homes, gardens, and bushland. Important to native ecosystems, Paper wasps have been known to aggressively defend their nests when threatened and cause painful stings.
December 27, 2022
Bites and Stings
Cockroaches are omnivores that eat anything. In fact, they have been known to bite people to feed off dead skin and food residue on their face and hands. Cockroaches are not venomous, but they can transmit deadly bacteria like E.coli.
December 26, 2022
Bites and Stings
The Magnificent spider is renowned for distinctive markings on its abdomen, as well as an ingenious method for capturing moths. They are common in forests and suburban gardens in New South Wales and Queensland.
December 24, 2022
Pets
Australian ticks come out in force during the warmer months of summer. Ticks can carry poisonous toxins and bacteria that are especially harmful to dogs. As such, knowing how to prevent and remove ticks is important.