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A not-so-friendly guest visited the Taj Mahal to visitors’ worry. A snake was seen slithering through the bushes in the gardens around the historical structure today in search of water. The reptile caused panic among people but was later captured by wildlife experts. The snake was found hiding under a water cooler in the water filtration plant of the Taj Mahal. Archaeological Survey of India officials contacted Wildlife SOS and rescued the six-foot-long reptile.
“There are four RO plants inside Taj Mahal to ensure proper water supply for public water taps. As soon as the snake was spotted inside the plant, considering the safety of tourists and workers, we immediately contacted Wildlife SOS for their assistance,” said ASI Senior Conservation Assistant Munazzar Ali. Shrieks and shouts for help raised as soon as tourists saw the reptile gliding around the plant. As the wildlife officials came to rescue officials and tourists were moved to a safe distance to avoid any unthwarted incident. Summer heat makes King Cobra beg for water; calmly drinks water from a bottle (Watch Video)
According to the team from Wildlife SOS, the reptile was identified as a rat snake which feeds mostly on birds and rodents. India Today quoted Wildlife SOS Director Baiju Raj M V as saying, “The severe heat must have driven this snake in search for water and a cool place. The rescued snake was kept under observation for some time after which it was released back into its natural habitat.” No one was injured in the incident. In March, video of a forest official pouring water to a snake in south India had gone viral. As per reports, due to the scorching heat, these reptiles come out in search of water from their holes. (Image Credits- Wildlife SOS)
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