Unwelcomed guest is found ‘chilling’ in someone’s house!
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If you ask any Aussie family what their worst nightmare is, it’s not too far-fetched to think many will include 'finding a snake in the house'!
Well, it seems like one family in Brisbane just had that unpleasant experience.
Sharing photos of their unwelcome guest online, Sam Stowe, mum of two, revealed the slithery creature's unusual sleeping spot—a bucket!
‘It was spotted yesterday morning, but we're unsure how long it had been there, and it's happily still chilling in its bucket,’ she said.
Apparently, the snake was seen submerged in the bucket full of water the day before, and it stayed there for some time. The bucket sat next to where the garbage bins were stored.
Sam was worried that it might be hydrated and need medical care.
'It's at my parents' house, and they watch my kids, aged two and five, every day after school,’ she said.
‘They also have cats they've been keeping inside. We've seen snakes around the area a few times over the years, but none at the actual house. The neighbour mentioned they recently had a python removed from their property.'
But why was the snake in the bucket?
Luke Huntley, also known as Noosa Snake Catcher, explained that it could be a number of reasons.
'Usually, when snakes go into water like that, it's because it's so hot and dry, and they're either going for little soaks to cool down or they're having something to drink', he said.
'Also, sometimes what happens is when snakes have gotten mites, like dust mites, what they do is they'll go into the water, and they'll submerge themselves in an attempt to drown the mites.’
Huntley further explained that snakes having dust mites can be treated with dust mite sprays, but snakes, by nature, ‘definitely do soak themselves’ to get rid of mites.
The snake in question turned out to be a carpet python, a non-venomous snake. But despite the lack of venom, it has razor-sharp teeth and powerful musculature that can be dangerous particularly for children and small animals.
‘My dad is happy to leave it be for now,’ Sam said.
‘He has moved quite a few snakes in the past so wouldn't hesitate to take the bucket over to the forest to release it. They live across from bushland.’
Huntley recommended that Sam’s situation is a job best handled by professionals.
'They can either give it a chance and give it the day to move away—it may move off tonight—or if it's still there in the morning, or if they feel uncomfortable, they could give their local snake catcher a call,’ he said.
Whenever you’re having a chill day in your garden or grilling barbecues in your home, it’s best to double-check your items before using them.
A homeowner shared their story on social media that they were shocked to find a two-metre-long snake in the back of a summertime Aussie staple! You can check out the story here.
Members, have you encountered a snake chilling in your home? What did you do to get rid of it? Share them with us in the comments below!
Well, it seems like one family in Brisbane just had that unpleasant experience.
Sharing photos of their unwelcome guest online, Sam Stowe, mum of two, revealed the slithery creature's unusual sleeping spot—a bucket!
‘It was spotted yesterday morning, but we're unsure how long it had been there, and it's happily still chilling in its bucket,’ she said.
A snake was found to be in a bucket at someone’s home. Credit: Facebook
Apparently, the snake was seen submerged in the bucket full of water the day before, and it stayed there for some time. The bucket sat next to where the garbage bins were stored.
Sam was worried that it might be hydrated and need medical care.
'It's at my parents' house, and they watch my kids, aged two and five, every day after school,’ she said.
‘They also have cats they've been keeping inside. We've seen snakes around the area a few times over the years, but none at the actual house. The neighbour mentioned they recently had a python removed from their property.'
But why was the snake in the bucket?
Luke Huntley, also known as Noosa Snake Catcher, explained that it could be a number of reasons.
'Usually, when snakes go into water like that, it's because it's so hot and dry, and they're either going for little soaks to cool down or they're having something to drink', he said.
'Also, sometimes what happens is when snakes have gotten mites, like dust mites, what they do is they'll go into the water, and they'll submerge themselves in an attempt to drown the mites.’
Huntley further explained that snakes having dust mites can be treated with dust mite sprays, but snakes, by nature, ‘definitely do soak themselves’ to get rid of mites.
The snake in question turned out to be a carpet python, a non-venomous snake. But despite the lack of venom, it has razor-sharp teeth and powerful musculature that can be dangerous particularly for children and small animals.
‘My dad is happy to leave it be for now,’ Sam said.
‘He has moved quite a few snakes in the past so wouldn't hesitate to take the bucket over to the forest to release it. They live across from bushland.’
Huntley recommended that Sam’s situation is a job best handled by professionals.
'They can either give it a chance and give it the day to move away—it may move off tonight—or if it's still there in the morning, or if they feel uncomfortable, they could give their local snake catcher a call,’ he said.
Whenever you’re having a chill day in your garden or grilling barbecues in your home, it’s best to double-check your items before using them.
A homeowner shared their story on social media that they were shocked to find a two-metre-long snake in the back of a summertime Aussie staple! You can check out the story here.
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what a cute photo.
some woman’s just found one in her bed now that’s worrying. Doesn’t pay to leave your doors open.
funny
