Exotic Incident #2300

Incident Date:
12/15/2015
Location:
Estero, FL - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Red-tailed boa constrictor
Animal disposition:
Other

Summary:

A pet 6-foot-6-inch red-tailed albino boa constrictor escaped, and the owner posted a request for help on Craigslist instead of bringing it to the attention of law enforcement.

Red-tailed boas are not regulated in Florida.

Action take by Born Free USA:

Notes:

http://www.abc-7.com/story/31134668/six-foot-boa-gone-missing-in-estero