Rescuers find family of venomous vipers under India home
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Chaman Singh Chauhan and Lakshmilal Gameti, rescuers in Rajasthan, India, responded to a report of a single snake and instead discovered a mother Russell's viper with 22 newborns beneath a home.
The pair secured all 23 snakes from a tube well chamber, drawing a crowd of onlookers from Dhikli village. Russell's vipers are known for their highly potent venom and, unlike many snakes, give birth to live young.
The unusual discovery prompted a relocation to a suitable natural habitat, protecting both residents and the snakes. Wildlife experts advise people to be especially cautious during monsoon season, when snakes seek shelter from the wet conditions in places like tube wells. Increased development and human activity often lead to more frequent encounters between people and wildlife, making professional rescue services vital.
Chauhan previously led a rescue of 12 cobras from a hotel in Udaipur, demonstrating his experience with venomous snake removal.
