About Robert Watson
Licensed snake catcher serving Brisbane North and West Queensland since 2001.
Robert Watson has been catching snakes professionally across Brisbane's northern and western suburbs since 2001 — over 25 years of hands-on experience with every venomous and non-venomous species found in southeast Queensland. In that time he has responded to thousands of call-outs, from eastern browns in suburban backyards to coastal taipans on acreage properties.
Robert holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Zoology) from Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Gardens Point Campus, graduating in 2006. His academic grounding in herpetology and wildlife biology underpins the way he approaches every removal — understanding species behaviour and seasonal movement patterns, not just capture technique.
He holds dual wildlife licences — a Queensland National Parks and Wildlife licence and an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wildlife licence — covering all venomous and non-venomous species. Every removal is carried out under those licences and in full compliance with the Nature Conservation Act. Snakes are captured humanely and relocated to suitable habitat, never harmed.
Qualifications at a Glance
25+ Years
Professional snake catching in Brisbane North & West, starting 2001
Zoology Degree
Bachelor of Applied Science (Zoology), Queensland University of Technology, 2006
Dual Licensed
Queensland National Parks & Wildlife licence + EPA wildlife licence — all species
Why a Zoology Degree Matters
Most snake catchers learn on the job. Robert's academic background in zoology gives him a different foundation — one built on understanding why snakes behave the way they do, not just how to pick them up. That knowledge shapes practical decisions on every call-out: reading a snake's posture before approaching, assessing whether a carpet python in a roof is resident or passing through, understanding the seasonal movement patterns that bring eastern browns into yards from October onwards.
It also means residents get accurate information, not guesswork. When Robert says a snake is likely to return to a property due to a food source, or that a python seen three days in a row is almost certainly resident, that assessment is grounded in species ecology — not speculation.
Service Area
Robert services Brisbane North and West — from the inner northern suburbs out to Samford Valley, Dayboro, and the Pine Rivers corridor. Response time for most Brisbane North call-outs is 30–60 minutes.
For a full list of suburbs covered, see the service area map.
Need a snake removed?
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For urgent situations, call directly.
Call 0401 164 492Frequently Asked Questions
Is Robert Watson licensed to handle venomous snakes?
Yes. Robert holds dual wildlife licences — a Queensland National Parks and Wildlife licence and an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) wildlife licence — covering all venomous and non-venomous species under the Nature Conservation Act.
How long has Robert been catching snakes?
Since 2001 — over 25 years of professional snake removal across Brisbane North and West Queensland.
Does Robert have formal qualifications in herpetology?
Yes. Robert holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Zoology) from Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Gardens Point Campus, graduating in 2006.
What areas does Robert service?
Brisbane North and West — including The Gap, Enoggera, Chermside, North Lakes, Redcliffe, Strathpine, Samford Valley, and 25+ surrounding suburbs. See the full service area list.