Exotic Incident #2549

Incident Date:
07/09/2016
Location:
Atlanta, GA - USA
Facility Name:
Zoo Atlanta
Facility Type:
Accredited AZA Facility (AZA)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Reptiles
Animal:
Timor python
Animal disposition:
Recaptured

Summary:

A Timor python escaped from an outdoor enclosure in the zoo’s “conservation breeding center.” The snake was found on zoo property the next day.

Action take by Born Free USA:

Notes:

http://www.wsbtv.com/news/local/python-escapes-from-zoo-atlanta/394935263