THE extreme hot weather in Durban this weekend got the cobras moving.
Snake catcher, Nick Evans said he received multiple calls, either to remove one or for advice regarding a snake that’s spat in a dog’s eye.
Between him and his friends, Evans said they caught a good few cobras.
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“These snakes have been cruising around looking for food, which is mostly toads, although other snakes are on the menu too, so would be rats,” he said.
Evans admitted that he much prefers catching Black Mambas, as they do not spit.
“But one has to admire this brilliant method of self-defence. It’s so effective.
“Should you see one, just move away from it slowly. If you are more than 4m away (preferably a bit more to be extra safe), you’ll be fine,” advised Evans.
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Evans appealed to the public to contact him for advice, snake removals or any venomous snake bites on dogs.
Nick Evans can be contacted on 072 809 5806.
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