Sydney Lizard Removal
Sydney Lizard Removal is led by two of the most experienced urban reptile specialists working in Australia today: Chris Williams and Rob Ambrose. Together, they bring more than five decades of hands-on experience working with Australia's reptiles, with a strong focus on the lizards and geckos that now commonly occur in Sydney's suburbs.
As Sydney has expanded, species such as blue-tongue lizards, water dragons, skinks, geckos and monitors have adapted to backyards, roofs, retaining walls, schools, construction sites and commercial properties. Sydney Lizard Removal specialises in these urban reptiles - understanding their behaviour, seasonal movements and how to manage them safely and humanely when they come into conflict with people.
Experience Built on Fieldwork and Education
Chris Williams has worked with reptiles since 1990. He began as a WIRES reptile-handling instructor before joining the reptile department at Taronga Zoo, where he worked with Australian and international species and contributed to conservation programs. He later worked at the Australian Reptile Park and Reptiles Alive!, delivering reptile education programs across New South Wales.
Since 2014, Chris has served as President of the Australian Herpetological Society, the state's oldest reptile-focused organisation. He is also the author or co-author of several major reptile books, including Urban Reptiles, Reptiles of the Red Centre, and Reptiles of the Greater Sydney Region. These publications reflect decades of field observation and underpin the practical, experience-based approach used on every job.
Rob Ambrose has been working full-time as a professional reptile catcher since 2010 and is widely recognised as one of Sydney's most reliable and steady-handed operators. Before joining Sydney Lizard Removal, Rob worked at Western Sydney University, supporting fieldwork, research and environmental programs. This scientific grounding shapes the way he approaches reptile removals and communicates with the public.
Rob is also the current presenter at the historic La Perouse Snake Show, continuing a long-standing tradition of public wildlife education with a strong focus on conservation and coexistence.
A Practical, Lizard-Focused Approach
While both Chris and Rob are highly experienced with snakes, the core focus of Sydney Lizard Removal is the safe management of urban lizards. This includes blue-tongues trapped in garages, water dragons in school grounds, geckos inside homes, and large monitors turning up on worksites or commercial properties.
Every call-out is handled with calm professionalism, accurate species identification and a strong emphasis on animal welfare. Where possible, lizards are relocated locally and advice is provided on habitat modification and exclusion methods to reduce repeat issues.
Why Sydney Trusts Sydney Lizard Removal
Clients choose Sydney Lizard Removal because they want experience, clarity and reliable outcomes. Chris Williams and Rob Ambrose offer:
- Decades of combined, full-time reptile experience
- Full accreditation and insurance
- Clear communication with homeowners, schools, councils and businesses
- Deep understanding of urban lizard behaviour and ecology
- Practical advice on preventing ongoing reptile issues
Trusted by homes, schools, construction sites and businesses across Greater Sydney, Sydney Lizard Removal delivers professional, humane and informed solutions - protecting both people and the reptiles that share our city.
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- 100% Safe & Chemical-Free Removal
- Experienced & Trained Professionals
- Quick Response - Same Day Service
- Affordable Pricing & Guaranteed Results
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About Chris Williams
Sydney Lizard RemovalSydney’s Most Experienced Urban Reptile Specialist
Chris Williams has spent more than 35 years working with Australia’s most iconic and dangerous reptiles. As founder of Urban Snake & Reptile Removal, he provides fast, safe and highly professional snake removal across Sydney, backed by decades of field experience and scientific knowledge.
Chris is widely regarded as one of Sydney’s leading authorities on urban reptiles - the snakes, lizards, geckos and turtles that now live alongside us as the city expands. His work focuses on how development shapes wildlife populations and how people can safely coexist with the species that turn up in homes, schools, workplaces and construction sites.
A Career Built on Reptile Expertise
Chris began working with reptiles in 1990 as a WIRES reptile-handling instructor before joining Taronga Zoo’s reptile department, where he worked with cobras, rattlesnakes and Australian elapids, and contributed to conservation programs for threatened species.
He later worked at the Australian Reptile Park and Reptiles Alive!, delivering reptile-education programs across NSW. Since 2014 he has served as President of the Australian Herpetological Society, leading the state’s oldest reptile-focused organisation.
Chris is also the author or co-author of several major reptile books, including Urban Reptiles, Reptiles of the Red Centre and Reptiles of the Greater Sydney Region. These publications have helped cement his position as Sydney’s most knowledgeable urban reptile specialist.
Why Sydney Calls Chris
When people search for snake catcher near me, snake removal Sydney or licensed snake catcher, they want experience. Chris offers:
- 35+ years of hands-on reptile work
- Full accreditation and insurance
- Fast, 60-minute Sydney-wide response
- Expert species identification
- Practical advice on preventing snakes around homes and businesses
- Education for schools, daycares, workplaces and community groups
About Rob Ambrose
Sydney Lizard RemovalA man with a beard holding a snake hook, standing in coastal bushland near La Perouse.
Sydney’s Longest-Running Professional Snake Catcher
For more than a decade, Rob Ambrose has been one of Sydney’s most familiar and trusted reptile specialists. Since beginning his full-time snake-catching career in 2010, Rob has safely removed tens of thousands of snakes across the Greater Sydney region, earning a reputation for calm handling, reliability and deep field expertise.
As Senior Catcher for Sydney Snake Catcher, Rob is often the face people recognise - the person they’ve seen on the news, at community events or demonstrating safe reptile handling at La Perouse. He is widely regarded as one of the most experienced and steady-handed snake catchers working in urban Australia today.
A Career Built on Experience and Public Education
Before joining Sydney Snake Catcher, Rob worked at Western Sydney University supporting fieldwork, research and environmental programs. This grounding in science and education continues to shape the way he communicates with the public, helping people understand why snakes appear in built-up areas and how to coexist with Sydney’s native wildlife.
Rob is also the current presenter at the historic La Perouse Snake Show, one of Australia’s longest-running wildlife demonstrations. For more than a century the show has been part of Sydney’s natural history, and Rob continues that tradition by delivering engaging, conservation-focused presentations to thousands of visitors each year.
Why Sydney Calls Rob
When residents search for snake catcher near me, snake removal Sydney or licensed snake catcher, they’re often looking for Rob. He offers:
- More than 15 years of full-time professional snake-catching experience
- Tens of thousands of successful call-outs across Greater Sydney
- Full accreditation and insurance
- Calm, professional handling backed by scientific knowledge
- Clear communication with homeowners, schools, councils and businesses
Rob’s decade-long contribution to Sydney Snake Catcher has shaped industry standards and ensured safe outcomes for both people and wildlife.
Trusted By Sydney Homes, Schools and Businesses
Rob attends call-outs across homes, construction sites, government properties, schools and commercial premises - safely removing everything from Red-bellied Black Snakes and Eastern Browns to Diamond Pythons and Golden Crown Snakes.
Reliable, experienced and highly respected, Rob Ambrose is one of Sydney’s leading urban reptile specialists.