Philippine Cobra Enters House in Naga City, Residents Panicked
A 1.5-meter-long Philippine Cobra was discovered in the backyard at Barangay San Felipe in Naga City, Camarines Sur, and alarmed the residents.
The Naga City Environment and Natural Resources Office (ENRO) responders quickly arrived at the scene and found the snake with its tail severed, suggesting it might have been injured. The residents called for assistance after discovering the reptile.
Naga City ENRO Chief of the Watershed Management Division Alex San Jose reported that they were safely caught. It was scientifically known as ‘Naja Philippinensis,’ an extremely venomous creature.
“Mga alas dos y media (2:30 p.m.) nadakop ta safely si halas, saro [ining] Philippine Cobra or ‘Naja Philippinensis.’ Saro po ining extremely venomous na halas. Maray ngani ta nadakop tang dae nakukulgan,” San Jose said.
San Jose stated that there is a higher chance of snake-human interactions in the vicinity of Barangay San Felipe since it provides an excellent habitat for snakes. More snake sightings are anticipated as the rainy season approaches because floodwaters frequently disrupt the natural habitats of snakes.
The ENRO chief issued a warning to the public not to try to hurt, kill, or trap any snakes they may come across. Rather, he suggested keeping a safe distance from the snake and reporting its location to the relevant authorities.
“Kapag nakahiling po kita ning snake sightings, number one, dae mag-attempt na kulugan, gadanon o dakupon, lalo kung dae man kita nag undergo training sa mga iyan. Instead, bayaan ta hilingon kun sain mapundo o matago, then mag-report na sa barangay o digdi sa city ENRO,” he said.
For those who find a snake inside their homes, San Jose emphasized the importance of safety.
In another report, a Philippine cobra found inside classroom, students dismissed early
The Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Camarines Sur received a captured cobra for safe management and possible transfer.
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