Portsmouth: Two-metre long snake found under garden shed

Attempts are being made to find its owner

The large corn snake was found under a garden shed in Stamshaw
Author: Jason BeckPublished 19th Jun 2024

A two-metre long snake has been rescued from underneath a garden shed in Portsmouth.

An animal rescue specialist from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service went to the home in Ranelagh Road, Stamshaw, after a call from police shortly after 12.30pm on Tuesday.

With the help of an RSPCA inspector, the shed was dismantled to free the corn snake.

It was taken to a specialist vet by the RSPCA whilst attempts were made to find the animal’s owner.

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