DAILY ECHO (Southampton, UK) 25 December 09 Rare flying tree snakes stolen in burglary

Police last night issued a new appeal to find two rare stolen snakes.

The flying tree snakes were taken from a locked vivarium, which was inside a building on the Isle of Wight.

The rare snakes, which are venomous, were taken from Northwood Business Park near Cowes.

Investigating officer, PC John Davis said: “Several lines of enquiries have been followed, but the whereabouts of these snakes is yet to be confirmed.

“Flying tree snakes are very rare, making it possible that someone may have noticed them or heard about someone trying to sell them.”

The snakes are described as having bright green and black chequered skin with white chins.

The owners have told police these snakes are mildly venomous, but are not known for aggressive behaviour.

However, anyone without proper knowledge of handling them could receive a snake bite, and would be advised to seek immediate medical advice and attention as a precaution.

It is believed the snakes were stolen sometime between Wednesday, November 25 and Saturday, November 28, 2009.
Rare flying tree snakes stolen in burglary

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