Tayabas School Imposes Early Class Dismissal Due to Philippine Cobra Found Inside Classroom
A Philippine Cobra was found inside of a classroom at Dapdap Integrated School in Tayabas City, the students were dismissed early.
On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, a Philippine Cobra made its way into a classroom at Dapdap Integrated School in Tayabas City, Quezon Province. The venomous snake known as Naja philippinensis, was spotted inside the classroom, prompting authorities to take immediate action.
At around 4:00 pm, Tayabas City’s Environment and Natural Resources Office (ENRO) received a call from a concerned citizen about the presence of a snake in the school. The rescued snake, identified as a Philippine Cobra, was handed over to the CENRO-Tayabas for proper handling and relocation.

The discovery of the snake led to the early dismissal of classes to ensure the safety of the students. Authorities took the opportunity to remind the public about the importance of wildlife conservation and protection.
Under the Republic Act No. 9147, also known as the Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of 2001, hunting, capturing, and owning any form of wildlife carries penalties. It is essential for everyone to respect and protect the natural environment and its inhabitants.

Tayabas City ENRO encourages citizens to report any form of abuse or illegal activities that may harm the environment and its biodiversity. By working together, we can ensure the safety of both humans and wildlife in our communities.
The agency advised the public to contact (042) 797-4171 / 0948-105-1418.
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“Ang nasagip na ahas ay isang uri ng PHILIPPINE COBRA o Naja philippinensis – venomous snake o makamandag. Matapos itong masagip ay kaagad din na-turnover sa CENRO-Tayabas.
Patuloy pa rin pinaalalahanan ang publiko na ang pangangaso, pangongolekta, at pagmamay-ari ng kahit anong uri ng buhay-ilang ay may parusa sa ilalim ng Repubic Act No. 9147 o Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of 2001.
Ipagbigay-alam sa Tayabas City ENRO ang anumang klase ng pang-aabuso o iligal na gawain na makakasira ng ating kapaligiran at likas na yaman.”
In a previous report, a toddler lost her life after being bitten by cobra in Northern Samar
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