Giant 6-Foot Indian Rock Python Rescued Near Mumbai’s Bandra Fort
A 6-foot-long Indian Rock Python was rescued near Bandra Fort on Tuesday night, November 4. The snake, one of the largest species in India and protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, was safely captured by wildlife rescuer Khayden Serpis.
Locals who spotted the python contacted Serpis for help. He arrived and expertly captured the reptile without causing harm to it or nearby residents. The rescue was a reminder of the presence of these magnificent creatures in Mumbai's green belts and coastal areas, especially during the post-monsoon months.
The snake was later released into a designated green zone under the supervision of the Forest Department. This was not the first time wildlife rescuer Aditya Kelkar, also known as 'Bandra Boy', performed a late-night rescue of a large snake in the city.
The Indian Rock Python, rescued and released unharmed, serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving Mumbai's green spaces and the vital role of wildlife rescuers like Khayden Serpis and Aditya Kelkar.
