A Mozambique spitting cobra was safely captured after being discovered inside a residence in Ogujini, Osindisweni – KZN yesterday (Thursday) afternoon.
Reaction Officers were alerted after the highly venomous reptile was spotted under a couch in the sitting room. RUSA Area Manager, Nkosinathi Ndaba, was dispatched to assist.
Upon arrival, the snake was successfully located, safely captured, and later relocated without incident.
Reaction Unit South Africa (RUSA) is in possession of a permit issued by Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife authorising Reaction Officers, in their official capacity, to capture, temporarily possess, keep in captivity, release and translocate certain species of reptiles, amphibians and vertebrates.
No protected animals will be disposed of in any manner without prior approval from the Local District Conservation Officer.
