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A large python was seen in a canal along the Ulu Pandan Park Connector on Monday night (November 5).
Stomper Takasuka He saw the reptile, which was three meters long, near block 32 Ghim Moh Link around 9 pm.
The staff of the Society for Educational Research and Animal Concerns (ACRES) rescued and contained the reticulated python within 10 minutes of arriving at the scene.
Acres spokesman said: "The calls were received after 8:40 pm and the wildlife rescue team arrived at 9:30 pm to rescue the python.
"This 3 m long python will be microchipped before being released to a suitable site."
Although the snake was found on a site considered to be its natural habitat, Acres rescued the python due to multiple calls and a crowd gathered at the scene.
It was feared that the presence of a crowd would result in improper handling of the animal, injury or death.
"We invite members of the public to become aware of our native wildlife, their behavior, as well as things to do and not to deal with wildlife," added Acres spokesperson.
"Reticulated pythons are one of the most common urban wildlife species in Singapore. They use our drains to navigate and feed primarily on rats, playing an important role in the natural control of rodents in Singapore.
"They do not mean harm to humans, but will give a defensive bite if someone tries to manipulate them inappropriately.
"Members of the public can call our hotline 24 hours a day, at 9783 7782, if in doubt or if they need advice." In such cases, it is best to leave the pythons be. "
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