Reptile Rehabilitation Qld Inc

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Reptile Rehabilitation Qld Inc RRQi rescues and rehabilitates injured native reptiles and amphibians. Reptile Rehabilitation Qld Inc is a non-profit, volunteer-run organisation.
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Made up of dedicated reptile enthusiasts who recognise the value of reptiles within our environment. Objectives of Reptile Rehabilitation Qld Inc are to —
a) Facilitate the rescue of injured or sick reptiles and amphibians. This includes both venomous and nonvenomous species. b) Facilitate the transport of injured or sick reptiles and amphibians to and from wildlife assessment facilities, general veterinary facilities, domestic houses, commercial businesses or any location where the animals is
reported to be in need of assistance. c) Provide high‐standard in‐house rehabilitation of injured or sick reptiles and amphibians. d) Facilitate the release of rehabilitated injured or sick reptiles and amphibians back into their natural environment. e) Facilitate the education and specialized training of members in order for them to conduct themselves safely and professionally in all rescue situations. f) Facilitate the education and training of members in relation to providing the specialized high‐standard of care required to address the unique requirements of injured or sick reptiles and amphibians. g) Promote the importance of sustainability of reptiles to the environment in South‐East Queensland through targeted public educational programs.

A very lucky lizard 🦎
06/10/2026

A very lucky lizard 🦎

A long journey for a little snake Last week we had a call from Meringandan to assist with a tiny Yellow-faced Whip Snake...
05/10/2026

A long journey for a little snake

Last week we had a call from Meringandan to assist with a tiny Yellow-faced Whip Snake that had an interaction with the caller’s cat.
The member of public contained the snake and reached out for further assistance.
We are very short on volunteers in the Toowoomba region and surrounds, so rely on the kindness of some fantastic snake catchers in the area to assist.
We reached out to Toowoomba Region Snake Catcher (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569403656936&sk=directory_intro) to see if they could help, and they were more than willing to collect this little one and get it the care it needed.
A long journey down to a vet in Gatton and back to Toowoomba for them ended in a bit of miscommunication when the vet in question called back very late that night advising they cannot see venomous snakes.
Being so late, the only thing that could be done was reassess the situation in the morning.
When morning came, the Gatton vet contacted Lambs Reptile Relocations- 0484332101 to collect the snake and get it to another vet that could see it.
This is where Laidley Veterinary Surgery (https://www.localvet.com.au/Laidley/) came in - a lovely vet assessed the snake thoroughly (including ultrasound) while Krys from Lambs restrained, and concluded the snake was viable after antibiotics and care.
One of our members in Logan drove west to meet Krys for a handover, and popped into the RSPCA QLD Wildlife Hospital at Wacol for some X-rays to confirm there were no spinal issues (which are common after a cat attack).
After the X-rays came back clear, the animal was released into our care and will remain with us until it has finished its course of medications and is cleared for release - at which point we will once again be utilising an amazing train of people willing to donate their time and resources to help our wildlife to get it back to where it came from.

Thank you so much to everyone involved.
We couldn’t make this happen without you.

We would also like to take the opportunity to ask all cat owners, to please keep their beloved pets contained.
For the cat's safety and the safety of our wildlife.
Thank you.

05/09/2026

Release of a juvenile Red-bellied Black Snake after successful rehabilitation.
This sweet little RBB was another victim of an unnecessary cat attack.
Multiple small puncture wounds from teeth and claws required medical treatment and a full course of antibiotics.
Without help, this little one would have experienced a slow and painful death.
Please do the right thing and keep your cat contained.
Either inside of the house or in a purpose build cat run.
Thank you

Sometimes, we get called a bunch of MANIACS for what we do…Recently, we celebrated 10 years of RRQI helping Queensland’s...
18/07/2026

Sometimes, we get called a bunch of MANIACS for what we do…

Recently, we celebrated 10 years of RRQI helping Queensland’s native reptiles and amphibians through education, rescue and rehabilitation.

Over the past decade, our volunteers have donated countless hours to rescue, transport and rehabilitate sick, injured, or orphaned lizards, snakes, turtles and frogs in need.
From answering hotline calls, freeing entangled snakes and even helping a very lost snake get all the way back home from Brisbane to Innisfail, our volunteers have gone above and beyond for our native wildlife.
None of what we do would be possible without their generosity, dedication and knowledge.

To celebrate the occasion and give back to our volunteers, RRQi held a small celebration at MANIAX Axe Throwing (how fitting!).
Alongside sharing good stories, food and a lot of laughs, our volunteers were invited to try their hand at throwing axes and even challenged each other in some friendly competition.

It was no surprise to anyone that our president took home the trophy for the best accuracy!

Thank you to every volunteer, wildlife hospital, veterinary professional, donor and member of the public who has supported RRQi throughout the years.
Without your support, we would not have been able to keep saving our native wildlife and give our reptiles the chance they deserve.

Here’s to the next 10 years of helping reptiles and educating the public to protect our precious wildlife!

20/06/2026

Winter season DOESN'T mean snake-free season.

During the cooler months of the year, our native reptiles will go into something called brumation - a period in which they will decrease their metabolism and become less active....
This means that you can still find them around when they are trying to find a warmer spot to bask.

This unlucky yet lucky Toowong coastal carpet python was seen getting run over by a car whilst a kind member of the public was trying to make people aware that it was attempting to cross the road.
Despite the snake seeming fine and disappearing into the surrounding bush area, the local residents gave us a call.
Often injuries to snakes can be invisible externally but we can‘t see what happened inside.
Every time, a car hit has been confirmed or is suspected, the animal should be seen by a wildlife vet.

Our volunteers were able to find the snake in the described bushland, seemingly healthy and uninjured.
The animal was collected and transported to RSPCA to get a complete health check, where x-rays were performed to screen for any internal damage.

After spending the night there, the friendly staff at the wildlife hospital confirmed that the health check has been completed and that the snake was ready to be released with no evident signs of injury.
The python was released at the same location where it had been found - the member of the public was notified about the outcome and happily tagged along with her two daughters to watch the animal being released.
Isn't it a beautiful creature?

If you see any animal that has been hit by a car or could have been injured by any means, do not hesitate to call a wildlife rescue even if the animal looks in good condition.

01/05/2026

VIEWERS DISCRETION ADVISED – DYING PYTHON IN VIDEO

The deadly toll of rat poison.

A sad outcome for one of our native residents.
Recently, we were called out by a member of the public to assist a coastal
carpet python showing signs of being extremely unwell.
On arrival, it was clear to our volunteers that the snake was in severe pain.
The poor girl got rushed to the RSPCA Wildlife Hospital at Wacol, but her
condition deteriorated on the way, and she was ultimately euthanised on humane
grounds.
Based on her symptoms, along with the caller's description of how rodent
control is managed in their area, this situation strongly indicated secondary poisoning
by rat bait; a silent but common threat where native wildlife and pets are
poisoned by consuming affected prey.
When rodents are treated with Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides
(SGARs), they become toxic meals for the animals that hunt them.
Their behaviour changes which makes them more exposed to predators, creating a
chain of victims.
Birds of prey, owls, tawny frogmouths, possums and of course reptiles like goannas
or snakes (like in this case) or even your pets - can all become unintended
victims.
Additionally, SGARs can build up in the body if death is not immediate,
creating a sustained danger to predators and scavengers.
This is the hidden cost of rat bait.

Animals like this python provide a free ecological service.
When supported and left to do their job, they naturally control rodent
populations without the need for risky poisons, completely free of charge.

PLEASE at all cost, avoid products containing Brodifacoum, Bromadialone, or
Difenacoum, which are highly toxic to wildlife and pets and cause severe
secondary poisoning. Available at Bunnings and other pest suppliers.

Thank you to the member of public that took the time to call and find help for
our native wildlife ❤️

A massive 'thank you' to all the members who came help manage the stall at the Recreational Wildlife and Pet Fest in Ips...
28/04/2026

A massive 'thank you' to all the members who came help manage the stall at the Recreational Wildlife and Pet Fest in Ipswich over the weekend.
It was a great way to engage with the public and help raise awareness for our group.
It also made our president very happy (or was it the🍕pizza...?)

Another big 'thanks' goes out Dr. HerpDerp - Venomous Snake Art for supplying the animals and paints for the kids activities.
They were a hit.

And last but not least, the RRQi committee would like to thank Reptiles SEQ for supporting us with a free stall.
The whole event was absolutely fantastic.

30/03/2026

Like a phoenix from the ashes.
Last night was a brilliant outcome for a very sad case.
We were called by QLD fire on the 2nd of February to rescue this beautiful coastal carpet python from an address in Wishart, where a tenant had beaten the snake across the head and SET IT ON FIRE.

Yes, you read that right - this gentle giant was found tightly curled up, bleeding from the mouth, and with blistering scales. She would have been in incredible pain. You can see the white scarring and a few remnant scabs from the burns.

We will never understand what drives a person to such a cruel act. It’s abhorrent and if you feel setting a live animal on fire for simply existing is your only option, there is something wrong with you.

Please, do better and treat our wildlife with the respect they deserve. They live here too and have been around long before us.

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Crestmead, QLD

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+611300878903

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