Two giant pythons captured in Baling, one after swallowing goat
BALING: The Civil Defence Force here captured two giant pythons over two consecutive days, including one that had swallowed a goat whole.
BALING: The Civil Defence Force made two significant captures over two days, featuring a massive python recently discovered with a goat in its stomach. Mohd Faizol Ab Aziz, a Baling Civil Defence officer, recounted the events. The first python, nearly 10 meters in length and weighing 45kg, was discovered in front of the Ibu dan Anak Rural Clinic in Kampung Teluk Teduri the night before.
Upon their arrival at 11:58pm, the team faced an aggressive reptile, making capture challenging due to its size. The python was secured, taken to the Civil Defence office for temporary housing, and Faizol provided an update today.
A second capture occurred in Kampung Rambong, Pulai, where Faizol's team intercepted a six-meter python weighing 35kg that had just consumed a goat. The team received a call at 3:16pm and dispatched personnel by 3:33pm. The python was secured swiftly and efficiently, with the operation concluding at 4pm without any injuries to the public or the team.
Both pythons will be handed over to the Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) for further handling. Faizol urged the public to stay vigilant in potential reptile habitats such as bushes, drains, rivers, orchards, and similar areas. He reminded everyone to avoid approaching, disturbing, or attempting to capture any spotted reptile, prioritizing personal safety and contacting Civil Defence for assistance.
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