Exotic Incident #2629
Incident Date:
08/13/2016
Location:
Dartmouth, MA - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Abandoned animal (AA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Boa constrictor
Animal disposition:
Recaptured
Summary:
Dartmouth police captured a 6-foot-long boa constrictor along a street. A reptile expert said it was grossly underweight, starving, and possibly suffering from a respiratory issue. It was turned over to New England Reptile and Raptor Exhibits, and is believed to be an escaped pet.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes:
https://www.boston.com/news/animals/2016/08/14/dartmouth-police-capture-6-foot-boa-constrictor http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Boa-constrictor-found-starving-underweight-in-9170625.php