Exotic Incident #215
Incident Date:
01/07/1999
Location:
Phoenix, AZ - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human death (HD)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Rattlesnake
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A Phoenix man was bitten to death by his “pet” rattlesnake. In addition to the snake, the man possessed several boas and other snakes in the house.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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