Exotic Incident #2404
Incident Date:
05/14/2016
Location:
Matthews, NC - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Abandoned animal (AA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Red tail boa constrictor
Animal disposition:
Removed/Re-housed
Summary:
Two biologists found a red tail boa constrictor in a wooded area behind a Red Lobster restaurant. Animal Control captured the snake and took it to Carolina Waterfowl Rescue. The snake is not native to the area and is presumed to be someone’s pet.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes:
http://www.kiro7.com/news/trending-now/large-redtailed-boa-found-in-wooded-area-in-north-carolina/282934901