José María Morelos, Q.R. — Firemen were requested at a mechanic shop in José María Morelos for the removal of a boa that turned out to be nearly 10 feet long. The large snake was discovered by a mechanic after opening the hood.
Diego Mukul, 50, said he got a fright when he popped the hood to start working on the car and found a snake coiled on top of the engine. Due to its size, he said he called for help to have the snake removed.
Municipal firemen arrived and captured the reptile, which they estimated to be more than three meters in length. It was placed in a bag and relocated to a jungle area outside the town.
Firemen reported that since June, they have responded to nearly 30 reports of snakes in homes, public buildings and auto repair shops. They said that recent rains and humidity have created conditions for them to seek refuge in warm, dry spaces.
The snake is reported to be the largest residential find so far this year in the state.
The boa constrictor is considered an endangered species under NOM-059-SEMARNAT-2001 and is protected by law.
Earlier this week, Civil Protection personnel were requested in a private home’s back yard in Felipe Carrillo Puerto. Authorities were called when a man found a large boa wrapped around a pole on his property.
