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Cobra Surprise: Snake Found Hiding in College Library Books
4 Jun
Summary
- A cobra was discovered hiding among books on a shelf.
- Students alerted authorities, leading to a swift rescue.
- The four-foot cobra was safely removed and relocated.
An ordinary day at Victoria College's library in Palakkad took an unexpected turn on Thursday when students discovered a cobra. The reptile was found concealed amongst books on a wooden shelf, seeking a quiet refuge. The alarming sight prompted students to alert college officials, who then contacted a local snake rescuer. Anoop, a volunteer snake rescuer, arrived promptly at the scene. He expertly extracted the approximately four-foot-long cobra from its bookish hiding place. The snake was safely contained within a pipe and subsequently secured in a sack for relocation. Fortunately, no injuries were reported during the incident. A video documenting the snake's removal gained significant traction after being shared online, captivating many netizens. This unusual library visitor provided students with a memorable, real-life adventure far beyond the stories found in their textbooks.
