MacWalen Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 We have an unusual problem. We get visited by a cobra snake at the back our our school and my staff got very scared when it entered the school this Monday. It escaped but they believe it is still living somewhere close. We have those rain gutters so it might be the way it gets to the back of the school. The girls saw it last time 4 months ago but just for a brief moment, but this time it was an actual encounter. We will install mosquito netting to keep the enterance closed at all times but it still does not solve the problem. So the question is how can we get rid of it? Catching might be difficult and dangerous so we would like to kill it I guess. I know how to kill rats or insects but this is the first time I am dealing with a potentially deadly snake. Suggestions would be very much appreciated.
hanno Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 Why would you want to kill it? Surely there must be someone who can catch it. I also believe some (all) Cobras are protected by the Wildlife Protection Act.
Popular Post Phronesis Posted September 11, 2013 Popular Post Posted September 11, 2013 Get a cat. In the last year here at my home in Phuket my cat has killed 6 snakes that I know of. Maybe more. Why do I know...because she leaves them at the front door for me. Two of the snakes were cobras. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2zJ53S_drc 4
MacWalen Posted September 11, 2013 Author Posted September 11, 2013 (edited) It is not there all the time. So hard to catch it, if there is some kind of snake trap then sure. But if not, then maybe some kind of poison. Why would I like to kill it? I value life of my staff and students above the snake. This animal can kill you and this is not a joke. Catching is preferable of course. I do not see the need to kill if can be removed form our property. Edited September 11, 2013 by MacWalen
transam Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 They say that if a snake visits you, you have problem.
wolf5370 Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 (edited) http://www.buzzle.com/articles/how-to-get-rid-of-snakes.html Several idea there - good ones are: snake repellent is another effective method of keeping snakes away from your property. These repellents contain certain components such as sulphur, cedar oil or clove oil that emit a strong odour to repel snakes. The repellents may also have substances that can make snakes uncomfortable to crawl over. Most snake repellents are available in a powdered form which can be sprinkled around your home, garden or backyard. Fortunately, these products are not harmful to your pets or kids, BUT always read the label or confirm with the seller before you buy the product.Snakes are more active at night, so you can also use a snake trap which consists of a glue board. As soon as a snake enters this trap, it gets stuck to the glue and is unable to escape. The captured snake can be released safely far away from your home. Edited September 11, 2013 by wolf5370
MacWalen Posted September 11, 2013 Author Posted September 11, 2013 Phronesis, it looks really good. I will ask my staff what they think about keeping a cat but I like the idea. Even if the can just alert them that something is wrong. You can see cat's behaviour changes and that would already be very helpful.
MacWalen Posted September 11, 2013 Author Posted September 11, 2013 Wolf, have you seen any of the things you mentioned in a shop anywhere in Thailand? A glue board sounds best.
BookMan Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 Get a cat. In the last year here at my home in Phuket my cat has killed 6 snakes that I know of. Maybe more. Why do I know...because she leaves them at the front door for me. Two of the snakes were cobras. http://www.you Cats killing wildlife...Just one more reason to not own a cat 1
Goshawk Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 Catching is preferable of course. easy, purchase a flute.. next time it appears, play it a hypnotic tune, then grab it! (by the neck) Fakir Off !!
Popular Post krisb Posted September 11, 2013 Popular Post Posted September 11, 2013 Walen school of viper catching. Or Walen school of mongoose training. Its endless.... 5
wolf5370 Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 Wolf, have you seen any of the things you mentioned in a shop anywhere in Thailand? A glue board sounds best. Clove oil is easy to get at any chemist - and cheap (good for tooth ache too ) If you have a border - maybe dig a small trench say 2 foot wide - and top it with broken shell (top 2 inches or so) on course sand. Snakes hate to cross it so a nice barrier.
nonthaburial Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 During my Commando jungle training , we were told to run a line of salt around the perimeter, believe it or not we went from being snake infested to zero over night. And yes this is true, some us here were actually Special Forces
pastafarian Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 There are rice fields all around there which means mice/rats/frogs which means snakes (plural) so doubt very much it is the same one that is specifically targeting your building.
Morakot Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 Get a cat. In the last year here at my home in Phuket my cat has killed 6 snakes that I know of. Maybe more. Cats killing wildlife...Just one more reason to not own a cat http://www.rspb.org.uk/advice/gardening/unwantedvisitors/cats/birddeclines.aspx
Phronesis Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 Get a cat. In the last year here at my home in Phuket my cat has killed 6 snakes that I know of. Maybe more. Why do I know...because she leaves them at the front door for me. Two of the snakes were cobras. http://www.you Cats killing wildlife...Just one more reason to not own a cat Bookman I am not a cat person. And back in Australia I have shot dozens of ferals out in the scrub. This cat is the first I have ever taken care of. She was a soi kitten and wandered in to my home one night when I was outside on the porch cooking a barbeque. She was starving, in very poor condition and would not shut up meowing. I fed her that night and now she has become a big part of my life. I got her back in good health and took her for all of her vaccinations. And when she was old enough I took her in to the Vet and got her desexed. I have a collar on her with a big bell to warn any birds that come into my yard. My house here in Phuket backs on to mountain rainforest on one side and a big palm plantation on the other. There are a series of lakes and a stream nearby with lots of frogs. It follows that there are also lots of snakes. I have already posted my story about being bitten by a snake here last year in another thread. Before my cat arrived on the scene I had a number of close calls when I stepped out of my front door in bare feet or thongs. That no longer happens as my cat nails any snakes that come into the yard. She also is a great ratter. So...how do I feel about my cat killing snakes.....fine...because she only kills them if they enter my yard, and I would much rather that outcome than another snake bite incident. 2
Torrens54 Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 Why would you want to kill it? Surely there must be someone who can catch it. I also believe some (all) Cobras are protected by the Wildlife Protection Act. Are you offering to bring your flute and play some snake charming music for the thing while you encourage it to climb into a Cobra Carry-case and then take it back to your house, where it will be safe from all those nasty people who might want to chop its head off?
I Like Thai Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 (edited) Get yourself a pet mongoose. A previous TV thread on Pet Mongooses. Or should that be Mongeese http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/118075-mongoose-as-a-pet/ Failing that, impose a School uniform of a St Patricks outfit and it will scare all the snakes away. Edited September 11, 2013 by I Like Thai 2
BruceSmith Posted September 11, 2013 Posted September 11, 2013 Wolf, have you seen any of the things you mentioned in a shop anywhere in Thailand? A glue board sounds best. Clove oil is easy to get at any chemist - and cheap (good for tooth ache too ) If you have a border - maybe dig a small trench say 2 foot wide - and top it with broken shell (top 2 inches or so) on course sand. Snakes hate to cross it so a nice barrier. If this is the Pattaya branch, its cheaper to use broken bottles
my friend I Posted September 12, 2013 Posted September 12, 2013 Any country person especially someone from Issarn could catch the snake. Snakes are good eating.
Morakot Posted September 12, 2013 Posted September 12, 2013 St Patricks outfit and it will scare all the snakes away.
toybits Posted September 12, 2013 Posted September 12, 2013 Those snakes are hungry. They are probably looking for rats or mice. You may have another vermin problem that is the cause of your cobra infestation.
MacWalen Posted September 12, 2013 Author Posted September 12, 2013 Maybe we have a nest nearby. That is what my staff thinks toybits.
MacWalen Posted September 12, 2013 Author Posted September 12, 2013 (edited) Any country person especially someone from Issarn could catch the snake. I am not sure about that. I do believe you need some proper training how to do it and some tools. Being bitten by a cobra is not an option for us. Edited September 12, 2013 by MacWalen
MacWalen Posted September 12, 2013 Author Posted September 12, 2013 Get yourself a pet mongoose. A previous TV thread on Pet Mongooses. Or should that be Mongeese http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/118075-mongoose-as-a-pet/ Failing that, impose a School uniform of a St Patricks outfit and it will scare all the snakes away. patrick.jpg Well, this video is pretty unbelievable.
MacWalen Posted September 12, 2013 Author Posted September 12, 2013 I would like to have this guy's skill or dealing with cobras. He is really not afraid to die it seems.
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