Exotic Incident #2339
Incident Date:
03/20/2016
Location:
Philadelphia, PA - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Rattlesnake
Animal disposition:
Removed/Re-housed
Summary:
A man was bitten by his pet rattlesnake. He was taken to the hospital, and the snake was transferred to an animal rescue center. Rattlesnakes are illegal to own without a permit in Philadelphia.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes:
http://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/news/local/Rattlesnake-Bite-Philadelphia-Home-Venemous--373002381.html