<p>In what could be the first known case, a Burmese python was seen attacking and swallowing a reticulated python. Scientists say two of the world's biggest snakes preying on one another has never been reported before. The unusual encounter happened in Bangladesh and saw the Burmese python eat a much bigger reticulated python.</p>

<p>The incident was reported in a research note published on August 20 in the journal Reptiles and Amphibians.</p>

<p>"To the best of our knowledge, this observation represents the first documented predation of M. reticulatus by P. bivittatus," the authors wrote in the paper.</p>

<p>The rare event happened in 2020, and images show a Burmese python (Python bivittatus) feasting on the reticulated python (Malayopython reticulatus). The former ate the latter alive from the tail up. The snake took about two hours to completely devour the other python.</p>

<p>Study co-author Ashikur Rahman Shome, a wildlife ecologist at Dhaka University in Bangladesh, told Live Science, that it is not common to find the two pythons in the same place. "It was a really unusual situation to find two pythons in the same area," he said.</p>

<h2><strong>A fight for territory?</strong></h2>

<p>Scientists reached the site upon learning about the presence of two pythons. They were shocked to see the 10-foot-long (3-metre) Burmese python coiled around the reticulated python's tail.</p>

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<p>The latter did not give up without a fight. It constricted the Burmese python to save its life but ultimately gave up. The Burmese python feasted on it for two hours.</p>

<p>Burmese pythons are normally a few feet smaller than the reticulated python. The former can grow up to 19 feet, while reticulated pythons can reach up to 25 feet. Shome said that in this case also, the latter was larger but the exact length could not be ascertained.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The tussle between the two pythons happened at the Akiz Wildlife Farm in Bangladesh's Chittagong Division. The ranges of the two pythons overlap in this region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They are normally known to feed on small mammals, lizards and birds. However, why they chose to enter a fight in which one ate the other up is not clear. Study authors believe that it was likely a fight for territory and this was probably one of the best options available to reign supreme.</p>


In what could be the first known case, a Burmese python was seen attacking and swallowing a reticulated python. Scientists say two of the world's biggest snakes preying on one another has never been reported before.

In what could be the first known case, a Burmese python was seen attacking and swallowing a reticulated python. Scientists say two of the world's biggest snakes preying on one another has never been reported before. The unusual encounter happened in Bangladesh and saw the Burmese python eat a much bigger reticulated python. The incident was reported in a research note published on August 20 in the journal Reptiles and Amphibians. "To the best of our knowledge, this observation represents the first documented predation of M. reticulatus by P. bivittatus," the authors wrote in the paper. The rare event happened in 2020, and images show a Burmese python (Python bivittatus) feasting on the reticulated python (Malayopython reticulatus). The former ate the latter alive from the tail up. The snake took about two hours to completely devour the other python. Study co-author Ashikur Rahman Shome, a wildlife ecologist at Dhaka University in Bangladesh, told Live Science, that it is not common to find the two pythons in the same place. "It was a really unusual situation to find two pythons in the same area," he said. A fight for territory? Scientists reached the site upon learning about the presence of two pythons. They were shocked to see the 10-foot-long (3-metre) Burmese python coiled around the reticulated python's tail. Also Read: Rare sea animals known for hour-long dives spotted in Antarctica waters The latter did not give up without a fight. It constricted the Burmese python to save its life but ultimately gave up. The Burmese python feasted on it for two hours. Burmese pythons are normally a few feet smaller than the reticulated python. The former can grow up to 19 feet, while reticulated pythons can reach up to 25 feet. Shome said that in this case also, the latter was larger but the exact length could not be ascertained. The tussle between the two pythons happened at the Akiz Wildlife Farm in Bangladesh's Chittagong Division. The ranges of the two pythons overlap in this region. They are normally known to feed on small mammals, lizards and birds. However, why they chose to enter a fight in which one ate the other up is not clear. Study authors believe that it was likely a fight for territory and this was probably one of the best options available to reign supreme.

Burmese python eats a bigger reticulated python alive in rare event

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<p>A shocking video from the city of Thane in the west Indian state of&nbsp;Maharashtra has surfaced on the internet, showing a 10-foot-long python dangling on the grills of a residential building's window.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The now-viral video shows two men trying to rescue the giant snake from falling.</p>

<p>One was standing inside the window trying to pull the snake inside, while the other was holding onto the grills outside the window, trying to catch the snake.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A resident from a neighbouring building recorded the incident, which has gone viral on social media platforms like X and Instagram.</p>

<p>An X user, @QueenofThane, posted the video on the social media platform with the caption, "A huge snake was spotted at a Thane Building. It was rescued by two brave persons."&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A huge snake was spotted at a Thane Building, it was rescued by two brave persons, rescue video. 👇. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/thane?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#thane</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/mumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#mumbai</a> <a href="https://t.co/j2ZWrs9mR9">pic.twitter.com/j2ZWrs9mR9</a></p>
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<p>The incident occurred in the Naupada area of Thane.</p>

<p>However, the exact date of the incident is not known.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A man was allegedly engaged in the breeding of Burmese pythons in captivity, reported the Free Press Journal.</p>

<p>However, his actions took an adverse turn.</p>

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<p>Many people reacted to the video, saying the snake was either a pet or was in captivity for breeding.</p>

<p>An X user said, "That's a Burmese python. Someone's breeding it in captivity nearby. That's why the light colour."</p>

<p>Other users speculated the nature of the rescue, saying the two men were not rescuing the snake but were trying to get rid of it.</p>

<p>Another X user had a witty take on the incident.&nbsp;"Python getting stuck in Windows. Not a rare sight for programmers."</p>

<p>The snake spotted in the video is believed to be an Albino Burmese python.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Burmese python, native to Asia, is one of the largest snake species in the world.</p>

<p>It has a unique method of catching and eating food. These pythons are constrictors, snakes that kill their prey by coiling their bodies around them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The height of a Burmese python ranges from 9 to 20 feet, and they can weigh up to 200 pounds.</p>

<p>People breed the Albino Burmese python, specifically for the colouration of their scales.</p>

<p>They are rare species as only a few hatchlings have the distinctive "albino" colouring.</p>

<p>Thus, they are extremely valuable for pet owners or reptile collectors.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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A shocking video from the city of Thane in the west Indian state of Maharashtra has surfaced on the internet, showing a 10-foot-long python dangling on the grills of a residential building's window.

A shocking video from the city of Thane in the west Indian state of Maharashtra has surfaced on the internet, showing a 10-foot-long python dangling on the grills of a residential building's window. The now-viral video shows two men trying to rescue the giant snake from falling. One was standing inside the window trying to pull the snake inside, while the other was holding onto the grills outside the window, trying to catch the snake. A resident from a neighbouring building recorded the incident, which has gone viral on social media platforms like X and Instagram. An X user, @QueenofThane, posted the video on the social media platform with the caption, "A huge snake was spotted at a Thane Building. It was rescued by two brave persons." A huge snake was spotted at a Thane Building, it was rescued by two brave persons, rescue video. 👇. #thane #mumbai pic.twitter.com/j2ZWrs9mR9 — Sneha (@QueenofThane) September 25, 2023 × The incident occurred in the Naupada area of Thane. However, the exact date of the incident is not known. A man was allegedly engaged in the breeding of Burmese pythons in captivity, reported the Free Press Journal. However, his actions took an adverse turn. ALSO READ | J&K Police get access to track anti-national individuals on social media sites Many people reacted to the video, saying the snake was either a pet or was in captivity for breeding. An X user said, "That's a Burmese python. Someone's breeding it in captivity nearby. That's why the light colour." Other users speculated the nature of the rescue, saying the two men were not rescuing the snake but were trying to get rid of it. Another X user had a witty take on the incident. "Python getting stuck in Windows. Not a rare sight for programmers." The snake spotted in the video is believed to be an Albino Burmese python. The Burmese python, native to Asia, is one of the largest snake species in the world. It has a unique method of catching and eating food. These pythons are constrictors, snakes that kill their prey by coiling their bodies around them. The height of a Burmese python ranges from 9 to 20 feet, and they can weigh up to 200 pounds. People breed the Albino Burmese python, specifically for the colouration of their scales. They are rare species as only a few hatchlings have the distinctive "albino" colouring. Thus, they are extremely valuable for pet owners or reptile collectors. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>A Florida duo, popularly known as the "Glades Boys", successfully captured the longest-ever recorded Burmese python in the state, which measured 19 feet long and weighed 125 pounds. A local environmental conservancy verified the record catch of the invasive species.<br />
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The snake was found by 22-year-old Jake Waleri in Big Cypress National Preserve at around 1 am on July 10. In the video, the man was seen pulling the python out from roadside grass and wrestling with it as the vicious reptile made several attempts to bite him.</p>

<h2><strong>'Giant is an understatement'</strong></h2>

<p>As recommended by wildlife officials, the snake was later killed. "Giant is an understatement for this beast," wrote Waleri and his partner in catching snakes Stephen Gauta on Instagram. "She clocked in at 579 cm/ 19 feet flat and 125 lbs. Even just being able to see a snake this large would be a dream,” they added.</p>

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<p>The size of the python was confirmed by the Conservancy of Southwest Florida which stated that it is "officially the longest ever documented". The group stated that the previous longest Burmese python they had ever caught was 18 feet and 9 inches long.</p>

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<p>"We had a feeling that these snakes get this big and now we have clear evidence," said Ian Easterling, a biologist with the conservancy. "Her genetic material may prove valuable for an eventual understanding of the founding population of South Florida. We will be collecting measurements and samples that will be distributed to our research collaborators,” she added.</p>

<h2><strong>Insane and chaotic</strong></h2>

<p>"It's awesome to be able to make an impact on South Florida's environment. We love this ecosystem and try to preserve it as much as possible,” Waleri stated while speaking to the Conservancy, which has been working towards reducing the threat of the invasive Burmese python. “We love this ecosystem and try to preserve it as much as possible,” he added.</p>

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<p>Waleri accepted that catching such a huge snake was “insane” and “very chaotic”, however, he also called it a dream.<br />
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“I knew we were capable of it but I didn’t know it would happen,” stated Waleri, who started hunting snakes in 2020, while speaking to USA Today. “Last year my cousin and I caught a snake that was almost 18 feet long, and we realised we could handle a snake of that size,” he stated.<br />
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A Florida duo, popularly known as the "Glades Boys", successfully captured the longest-ever recorded Burmese python in the state, which measured 19 feet long and weighed 125 pounds.

A Florida duo, popularly known as the "Glades Boys", successfully captured the longest-ever recorded Burmese python in the state, which measured 19 feet long and weighed 125 pounds. A local environmental conservancy verified the record catch of the invasive species. The snake was found by 22-year-old Jake Waleri in Big Cypress National Preserve at around 1 am on July 10. In the video, the man was seen pulling the python out from roadside grass and wrestling with it as the vicious reptile made several attempts to bite him. 'Giant is an understatement' As recommended by wildlife officials, the snake was later killed. "Giant is an understatement for this beast," wrote Waleri and his partner in catching snakes Stephen Gauta on Instagram. "She clocked in at 579 cm/ 19 feet flat and 125 lbs. Even just being able to see a snake this large would be a dream,” they added. ALSO READ | EU agency urges pet owners to keep cats and dogs indoors amid rising cases of avian influenza The size of the python was confirmed by the Conservancy of Southwest Florida which stated that it is "officially the longest ever documented". The group stated that the previous longest Burmese python they had ever caught was 18 feet and 9 inches long. Damn they had to jump my boy pic.twitter.com/VRyiyL0x4k — Lance🇱🇨 (@Bornakang) July 14, 2023 × "We had a feeling that these snakes get this big and now we have clear evidence," said Ian Easterling, a biologist with the conservancy. "Her genetic material may prove valuable for an eventual understanding of the founding population of South Florida. We will be collecting measurements and samples that will be distributed to our research collaborators,” she added. Insane and chaotic "It's awesome to be able to make an impact on South Florida's environment. We love this ecosystem and try to preserve it as much as possible,” Waleri stated while speaking to the Conservancy, which has been working towards reducing the threat of the invasive Burmese python. “We love this ecosystem and try to preserve it as much as possible,” he added. WATCH | Algae blooms triggering deaths of sea lions and dolphins Waleri accepted that catching such a huge snake was “insane” and “very chaotic”, however, he also called it a dream. “I knew we were capable of it but I didn’t know it would happen,” stated Waleri, who started hunting snakes in 2020, while speaking to USA Today. “Last year my cousin and I caught a snake that was almost 18 feet long, and we realised we could handle a snake of that size,” he stated. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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