This rather skinny python was spotted recently by Lynda Radbone on the back verandah of a residence at the western end of Paluma Village. The poor python was a bit lethargic and quite reluctant to move from the deck. It certainly looks like this snake could do with a good feed of scrub turkey or perhaps a rainforest rodent. We hope it has made its way back into the forest and has found something nourishing to eat.
If anyone knows a wildlife carer who might be able to assist with regard to the welfare of this poor python, please contact Lynda for the location of the recent sighting of this snake. It retreated under the house so perhaps it is still there and in need of care. It’s times like this that we miss our resident wildlife expert and herpetologist Roy Mackay who would have known exactly what to do!
Photos courtesy of Lynda Radbone.
Oh the poor snake. Def not in a good way at all. Can it be caught? It needs intervention. Tests to see what’s going on. And possibly euthanasia as it may be full of tumours. The only way to check that is catch and take to vet. It’s highly likely that just feeding it won’t make much difference. It needs veterinary intervention. If someone is able to bag it and take to JCU Vets, it might have a chance.
Hi Ros. Have sent you and email.