Man kills massive African Rock Python with spear near Ladysmith
The snake had eaten a rooster at Bongani's neighbours' home
Resident Bongani Mvelase recently killed a massive African Rock Python with a spear in the Esidakeni area, which lies near Ezakheni.
Bongani spotted the snake after it had eaten a rooster at his neighbours’ home.
He took a spear and stabbed the snake, believing it to be a threat to children and livestock in the area.
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Local snake expert Fanie Cilliers was contacted for comment on the matter.
Fanie said that due to the municipality failing to fund him in capturing massive snakes like this one, he no longer goes out to remove African Rock Pythons. He added that, in this case, it was unfortunate that the snake was killed by a member of the community.
Numerous calls have come in regarding African Rock Pythons spotted in Esidakeni.
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