Exotic Incident #1503
Incident Date:
04/11/2011
Location:
Milwaukee, WI - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Gaboon Viper
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A 22-year-old man was bitten by his pet Gaboon viper, a venomous snake, and was listed in critical condition. The Gaboon viper can produce the highest volume of venom and has 2-inch fangs so it can get the venom in deep. Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Division officers found more than two dozen reptiles in the victim’s home. Local police are looking into possible nuisance violations.
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