A quiet evening turned into a heart-pounding ordeal for a grandmother who discovered an uninvited guest had made itself comfortable between her legs as she slept on her living room sofa.
The unsuspecting woman had been enjoying a peaceful nap when a 2.5-metre reticulated python decided to join her, slithering up her legs without waking her.
The Moment of Discovery
"I woke up and felt something moving," the shaken grandmother recounted. "When I looked down and saw this massive snake curled up between my legs, I nearly had a heart attack."
The reptile, identified as a non-venomous but powerful constrictor, had apparently entered the property through an open door or window seeking warmth and shelter.
Emergency Response
Family members immediately called wildlife experts who arrived promptly to handle the dangerous situation. The snake rescue team carefully extracted the python from the sofa, ensuring both the grandmother and the reptile remained unharmed.
"This could have ended very differently," one rescuer noted. "Pythons of this size are incredibly strong and while not venomous, they can be dangerous if they feel threatened or mistake a person for prey."
Safety Warning for Homeowners
Wildlife experts are urging residents to be vigilant, especially during warmer months when reptiles become more active. They recommend:
- Keeping doors and windows closed or screened
- Checking dark, warm spaces in homes regularly
- Contacting professionals immediately if snakes are spotted
- Avoiding handling unknown reptiles
The python was safely relocated to a wildlife sanctuary where it will be properly cared for, while the grandmother recovers from her unexpected wildlife encounter.
