Unbelievable discovery in Aussie ceiling stuns: 'It might fall at any moment!'
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We are always on the lookout for unexpected stories that'll keep you on your toes, and today's tale is no exception.
Picture this: you're relaxing in your home, enjoying a quiet afternoon, when suddenly you spot something hiding in your ceiling. That's what happened to one Australian resident, whose jaw dropped at the sight of an unexpected guest: a four-metre-long snake!
Peering through the gaps of his wooden ceiling facade, the resident was surprised to see the snake's dark green and white scales, which gave away its hiding spot. Unsure of what to do and fearing it might suddenly fall on him, the Darwin man turned to social media to identify the colossal creature.
Surprisingly, many online users eased his concerns by identifying the snake as a carpet python, a species known for being harmless to humans and excellent pest control for the home.
One person commented, 'Good for keeping rats and possums out of the roof.'
Carpet pythons, native to Australia, are known to be 'secretive' critters, often found camouflaged in hiding locations to ambush their prey. Their diet primarily consists of smaller animals such as rats, possums, and birds.
According to the Queensland Department of Environment and Science, these non-venomous reptiles rely on surprise to catch their meals, constricting their prey before consuming it.
But how did this massive snake find its way into an Australian's ceiling, you ask? While it's not fully clear, the olive-to-brown colouring of carpet pythons' scales enables them to blend into various environments. But in this instance, it was the very element that betrayed its presence.
Interestingly, many online reactions were far from terrified at the sight of the snake. In fact, some users even shared their envy, calling it an 'awesome specimen' and suggesting a name for the new roommate. 'Name him and keep him! He’s harmless and adorable,' one fellow enthusiast suggested.
At the Seniors Discount Club, we've heard countless stories like these before. It's not uncommon to have unexpected visitors in our homes, whether they be wildlife or curious creatures seeking shelter.
In fact, we've compiled a collection of other fascinating and relatable stories that you might find intriguing. If you're interested, we encourage you to check them out:
So, next time you're hanging around the house, keep an eye out for any unexpected visitors. Perhaps even find a name for them and welcome them in – as long as they're not venomous, of course.
Have you ever encountered a similar situation where you encountered unexpected visitors in your home? If so, we would love to hear your experiences! Feel free to share them in the comment section down below!
Picture this: you're relaxing in your home, enjoying a quiet afternoon, when suddenly you spot something hiding in your ceiling. That's what happened to one Australian resident, whose jaw dropped at the sight of an unexpected guest: a four-metre-long snake!
Peering through the gaps of his wooden ceiling facade, the resident was surprised to see the snake's dark green and white scales, which gave away its hiding spot. Unsure of what to do and fearing it might suddenly fall on him, the Darwin man turned to social media to identify the colossal creature.
The snake's green and white scales were visible only through gaps in the ceiling. Source: Facebook/NTFieldNaturalists'Club.
Surprisingly, many online users eased his concerns by identifying the snake as a carpet python, a species known for being harmless to humans and excellent pest control for the home.
One person commented, 'Good for keeping rats and possums out of the roof.'
Carpet pythons, native to Australia, are known to be 'secretive' critters, often found camouflaged in hiding locations to ambush their prey. Their diet primarily consists of smaller animals such as rats, possums, and birds.
According to the Queensland Department of Environment and Science, these non-venomous reptiles rely on surprise to catch their meals, constricting their prey before consuming it.
Australian carpet pythons are secretive creatures, often hiding in camouflage to ambush their prey. Image by sandid from pixabay
But how did this massive snake find its way into an Australian's ceiling, you ask? While it's not fully clear, the olive-to-brown colouring of carpet pythons' scales enables them to blend into various environments. But in this instance, it was the very element that betrayed its presence.
Interestingly, many online reactions were far from terrified at the sight of the snake. In fact, some users even shared their envy, calling it an 'awesome specimen' and suggesting a name for the new roommate. 'Name him and keep him! He’s harmless and adorable,' one fellow enthusiast suggested.
At the Seniors Discount Club, we've heard countless stories like these before. It's not uncommon to have unexpected visitors in our homes, whether they be wildlife or curious creatures seeking shelter.
In fact, we've compiled a collection of other fascinating and relatable stories that you might find intriguing. If you're interested, we encourage you to check them out:
- You won't believe the dangerous surprise this aged care resident found in her wardrobe!
- This woman's late-night shower was interrupted by an unexpected intruder.
- Look what this woman discovered lurking in her swimming pool filter.
- You won't believe what this snake catcher found in a toilet and his hilarious response!
So, next time you're hanging around the house, keep an eye out for any unexpected visitors. Perhaps even find a name for them and welcome them in – as long as they're not venomous, of course.
Have you ever encountered a similar situation where you encountered unexpected visitors in your home? If so, we would love to hear your experiences! Feel free to share them in the comment section down below!
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