In tropical areas around Australia, humans and wildlife live in close proximity, occasionally meeting in surprising ways.
Recently, an Australian homeowner in one such area entered their bathroom and found someone they never expected — a huge coastal python slithering on top of their toiletries, looking at himself in the mirror.
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In need of expert advice, the “startled” homeowner contacted WIRES Wildlife Rescue. Analyzing the situation, the resident discerned that the snake had likely entered the home through an open window.
Luckily, in this case, rescuer intervention wasn’t needed, as the snake quickly exited on his own accord, apparently finished with his brief adventure through the home.
Though pythons are nonvenomous, the snakes can inflict a painful bite, so it’s a good thing the snake made it out safely without human interaction.
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According to WIRES, pythons are considered a protected species in Australia, and they should never be harmed or taken from their wild habitat. The homeowner did the right thing by keeping a safe distance and calling for help.
John Grant, a WIRES spokesperson, told The Dodo that he often sees “beautiful” diamond pythons in the bushland around his home. Grant is always in awe of the amazing snakes, who he sometimes catches slithering out from potted plants or sunning themselves in warm areas.
Here’s a photo Grant took of one such visitor:
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If humans treat snakes with care and respect, as was the case in this instance, the scaly animals won’t have to worry — they’ll always be able to slither out of danger safely, no matter if they’re right inside the door or if they’ve made it all the way to the bathroom.
To help other animals like this python, you can donate to WIRES. 
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