Exotic Incident #1705

Incident Date:
03/25/2012
Location:
Presque Isle State Park, PA - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Abandoned animal (AA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Ball Python
Animal disposition:
Dead

Summary:

A 2-1/2 feet long ball python captured at Presque Isle State Park has died. The snake was most likely a pet that was no longer wanted and dumped. The snake most likely died of respiratory complications from exposure.

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