The frill-necked lizard (Chlamydosaurus kingii) is among our most renowned types and, as an ex-reptile keeper and snake catcher, it has actually constantly been among the types that I most wished to see in the wild.
I got my desire recently when I got a call to rescue one.
When I got the rescue require a frill-neck in a house, I need to confess I was a bit sceptical as individuals typically describe bearded dragons as frill-necks.
I would like a dollar for each time somebody has actually called me for many years for a frilly in a garden or in a house, and the reptile has actually ended up being a beardy.
No question then, that when I left my home, reptile bag in hand, I was totally anticipating to capture a beardy.
I got to the address in Burnett Heads and was ushered into your house.
They pointed at a window and rose versus the glass was a stunning frill-necked lizard! I moved a couple of things out of the method and after that rapidly and thoroughly got him. Lizards can bite and are likewise extremely quickly so I wished to get him initially get.
I might not think it.
My initially wild frilly! I examined him over and he was a little thin so I positioned him in a bag and after thanking the home owners for letting me capture my very first frilly, I left.
I believed I would seek advice from Kav of Kav’s Wildlife Services, among our regional snake catchers, as I made sure he would have more experience with them.
I was stunned when Kav notified me that he was envious as he has never ever had a call out for a frilly. He has actually heard reports of them being around the location however has actually never ever captured one.
I drove to his location and we had a look at my catch.
We both were a little worried about dehydration and with how thin he was.
It was chosen to hold him for a brief while and provide him access to water and great deals of food in the method of live bugs and after that reassess him.
Fifteen days after I selected him up, Kav took him back home and launched him close by.
He had actually perked right up and place on a bit of weight.
Kav and I were both extremely happy to have actually had the ability to help our very first Bundaberg frill-necked lizard.
Reptiles are still active in the Bundaberg area so if you discover any, workout care.
If inside your home, eliminate kids and animals and close the door.
You can position a towel under the door to include the reptile. If outdoors, attempt to watch on it while calling a snake catcher.
Our regional snake catchers are Kav on 0459 039 695, Jake on 0484 600 121 and our brand-new catcher Karl, in Gin Gin, who can be reached on 0492 097 933.
For all other wildlife, Bundy Wildlife Rescue is available 24/7 on 3924 6566.
