Cobra's Life Saved After Swallowing Plastic Bag

In a remarkable veterinary intervention, specialists at Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences in Hisar successfully operated on a cobra. The nearly four-foot-long snake had a plastic bag lodged in its stomach, discovered after veterinarians noticed abnormal swelling. The successful surgery involved administering anesthesia and carefully removing the foreign object, followed by closing the abdominal wound with numerous stitches.

The cobra's condition has underscored the serious threat that plastic pollution poses to wildlife. This rare procedure occurred amidst a noticeable surge in snake rescue calls, a phenomenon common during the monsoon season. Reptiles often seek shelter in residential areas as heavy rains begin, leading to increased human-wildlife encounters.

Snake rescuer Gaurav highlighted that common kraits are considerably more dangerous than cobras, being approximately five times more venomous. He advised residents to exercise vigilance and contact professional rescuers immediately if they encounter snakes, rather than attempting to handle or harm them. Many snakes, including cobras and kraits, have been rescued from various locations recently.