Couch Surfing with a Venomous Guest: A Wild Snake Rescue Adventure!
So, picture this: you’re lounging on your couch, binge-watching your favorite show, when suddenly you remember that the red-bellied black snake can be *a thing*—and not just in horror movies! Yep, in Australia, a family got a wake-up call when a snake catcher had to dive deep into their L-shaped couch to rescue a slithery guest, taking nearly an hour to coax out the venomous squatter!
Snake Catcher Dan shared his snake-snagging escapade on Facebook after receiving a call about the reptile lurking near the living room couch. This isn’t your average snake either; red-bellied black snakes are known for their bright coloring and, let’s be real, *highly toxic* bite—definitely not a friend you want lounging around your house! Unfortunately for Dan, when he arrived, the snake decided to play hide-and-seek inside the couch, further complicating this wild rescue mission.
He noted on social media that getting the beast out was quite the feat—he couldn’t just dismantle the sofa as it was one of those pesky L-shaped ones that couldn’t be pulled apart. Imagine trying to reach that last chip at the bottom of the bag but with a venomous snake instead! Finally, after nearly an hour of searching like a kid looking for their lost toy, Dan spotted the snake nestled in a zippered pocket under the couch and was able to gently remove it.
But this wasn’t just a one-off incident. Oh no, the snake drama in Australia has taken on a life of its own! On February 11, Tim Hudson of Hudson Snake Catching was called to another home where a venomous eastern brown snake—arguably the second most toxic snake in the world—had decided to make itself comfortable in a washing machine. Crazy, right?! Just another day at the office for these fearless snake catchers! It seems snake surprises aren’t just common; they’re almost a rite of passage for Australian households.
So next time you’re sinking into that comfy couch, just remember: it might not be just snacks or a remote hiding in the cushions!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, Hudson Snake Catching Facebook Page
