• Five non-venomous snakes were found hiding inside a home AC unit in Kerala

A bizarre incident unfolded in Kerala, India, when a resident discovered five snakes hiding inside his home air conditioning unit, sparking alarm and concern.

Madhav G. Baniker noticed unusual movement near the AC unit in his room after returning home from work.

Upon closer inspection, he spotted the tail of a snake disappearing into the unit, realizing the creature was larger than expected.

Attempts to contact a snake catcher initially failed, prompting him to alert the forest department. The department coordinated with Gotham, a snake handler associated with the Sarpa organization.

Upon arrival, Gotham called in an AC technician to safely open the unit, revealing all five snakes inside. They were identified as non-venomous species known locally as "Kooperi" or "Philoloni."

The rescue operation took about two and a half hours. Four snakes were safely captured, while the fifth escaped through the external AC pipe and remains missing despite intensive searches.

Gotham explained that the snakes likely entered through a small wall opening near the outdoor water pipe, with nearby tree branches aiding their climb to the AC unit. The captured snakes were later released into a forested area far from residential homes.

Officials warned that any small openings near AC units can pose risks and advised trimming nearby trees to prevent similar incidents.