Shock for sailors as deadly snake discovered on boat in Aberdeen Harbour
The crew of a boat in Aberdeen Harbour were in for a shock earlier this week when they discovered a rather dangerous stowaway.
The crew of a boat in Aberdeen Harbour were in for a shock earlier this week when they discovered a rather dangerous stowaway.
Staff onboard a boat from Africa discovered a Green Mamba snake - a species whose venom can kill a human in less than an hour.
Scottish SSPCA Officers were called to the city's harbour, but the animal had to be put down - as it was simply too dangerous to keep at Drumoak centre.
Chief Inspector John Carle said, “The green mamba snake is one of the most deadly snakes in the world. It was picked up in Aberdeen by one of our animal rescue officers after arriving on a boat from Africa.
“Sadly the snake had to be put to sleep after our attempts to rehome it to specialist reptile keepers were unsuccessful.
“We could not keep the snake in our centre due to severe health and safety concerns, as the closest anti-venom is held in London. “