On Wednesday afternoon, the 971 Cancun Firefighter Unit responded to a unique call. A Boa Constrictor Amarali was discovered hiding in the rear bumper of a car. The event occurred around 2 pm on April 2nd, in the La Selva division of Region 226.
A local resident first noticed the situation when he saw the two-meter-long snake emerge from the undergrowth and slither towards a blue Chevrolet Montecarlo. He quickly informed the car's owner, who then reached out to the authorities for help.
Within minutes, the fire brigade arrived on the scene to rescue the reptile. After removing one of the tail lights, they were able to locate and safely extract the boa without causing it any harm.
The snake was taken into custody and will be handed over to the Benito Juarez Animal Protection and Welfare Directorate. The authorities will investigate to determine the origin of the snake. If it's confirmed that the boa is a pet, the owner could face penalties. If not, the snake will be returned to its natural habitat.
Local residents from the La Selva division seized the opportunity to take photos with the impressive reptile, noting that it was a unique experience with thankfully no severe consequences.
The Boa Constrictor Amarali is a non-venomous tropical snake native to the Americas. It is recognized by its distinctive brown color with irregular bands that turn reddish towards the tail. While its presence can be alarming, it does not pose a direct threat to humans.
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