Timber Rattlesnake - Confirmed in Winslow Township, NJ
Winslow Township has received a confirmed report of a timber rattlesnake in the area of Bittlewood Avenue in the Albion section of Winslow Township. Timber rattlesnakes have a natural habitat in the area, however it is important to remember to take safety precautions.
The timber rattlesnake is basically a passive animal, but can become defensive when threatened. As endangered animals in the State of New Jersey, it’s important that residents do not approach rattlesnakes. Additionally, they could potentially deliver a venomous strike.
If you spot a snake that you believe is a timber rattlesnake, please call the NJDEP Snake Response Team at 1 (877) 927-6337 or call 911 in case of an emergency.
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Address/Location
Township of Winslow
125 South Route 73
Hammonton, NJ 08037
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 609-567-0700
ANIMAL CONTROL
ANIMAL CONTROL
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609-567-0700
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