On 2005-06-20, Raajah wrote:

While working in the garden this afternoon I came across a 3-4ft black
snake. I do not know if it was just a garden snake or is poisonous.
Anyway, I tried to get it away from the vent which is about 6 inches above
ground leading to the crawl space. The snake went into through the vent
into the crawl space. Does anyone know hot to get it out and prevent
further intrusions. Is there a chance it was poisonous? Who can we call
for help?

Your vent needs screen wire in it to prevent snakes and insects from
getting in.

Black snakes are not poisonous, but one that large would give you
lacerations. If there is not food under there he is probably gone by
now. If you are running your AC it is probably colder under there than
he likes. Some black snakes are agressive, but most will choose to
escape from a fight. At any rate, take a stick and make plenty of noise
when going under the house. You really need to screen those vents.

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