Dog's Bark Brings Rescuers To 5m King Cobra Under Car Bonnet

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A peculiar barking from a family dog led to a remarkable event in Krabi, where a massive king cobra, measuring almost 5 metres and weighing over 30 kilogrammes, was discovered under a car bonnet. The startling find unfolded yesterday, March 12, when rescue teams from the Pracharuamjai Foundation were summoned to the Thung Yai district in Nakhon Si Thammarat province, where it borders Khao Phanom district in Krabi.

 

The dramatic incident began when Jirawat, the homeowner, was alerted by his dog's abnormal barking. Upon investigation, he found the colossal snake slithering under his red car, prompting immediate action. Lacking the expertise to handle such a dangerous animal, Jirawat contacted local rescue officials for help.

 

 

The challenge was significant due to the snake's intricate position within the car's engine compartment. However, after careful manoeuvring, the rescue team successfully captured the snake, much to the astonishment of bystanders. Identified as a royal king cobra, the serpent was relocated to a secure area away from human habitation.

 

Experts from the Nakhon Si Thammarat's Protected Area Regional Office 5 noted that encounters with king cobras increase during the dry season, as the snakes venture into villages searching for dwindling water and food supplies. This time also coincides with their mating season, raising the likelihood of sightings. Residents near forested areas are advised to remain vigilant and take precautions against these potentially dangerous reptiles, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-03-13