As residents enjoy the return of warm weather, they should keep their eyes peeled for native animals springing back into action, the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) says.
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Snakes emerging from winter hibernation are about, with tiger snakes and lowland copperheads most likely to be found in coastal areas.
DELWP senior scientist Nick Clemann said it was rare for snakes to bite humans and people should never attempt to capture or hurt snakes. It is illegal to harm snakes, but people can contact the department for assistance on 136 186.
Swooping magpies may also be encountered in certain areas as the breeding birds attempt to counter perceived threats to their eggs and their young.
The department said magpies were more likely to target people in public spaces such as parks with tall eucalypts, and advised people to warn others nearby if they were swooped.
