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Python Surprise: Woman Wakes to Snake on Torso
13 Jul
Summary
- A woman awoke to an 8-foot carpet python on her body.
- Snake activity increases as breeding season ends and eggs hatch.
- Experts urge people to call professionals, not handle snakes.
Snake season is bringing wildlife into closer proximity with residents, as illustrated by a recent incident in Brisbane where a woman awoke to an 8-foot carpet python on her torso. This event occurred as snake activity heightened due to the end of the breeding season, hatching eggs, and warmer weather drawing them out.
Experts emphasize that attempts to handle snakes personally often lead to bites. They advise residents to remain calm, avoid harming the snake, and contact professional snake catchers or reptile rescue groups for removal. This advice extends to snake eggs, which professionals can safely incubate.
Increased human-wildlife overlap, driven by housing development in former bushland, means snakes are more frequently encountered in residential areas, including bedrooms. Homeowners can mitigate risks by securing entry points like gaps under garage doors and being mindful of open windows, promoting coexistence with local wildlife.
