CHARLESTON, SC – A homeowner in South Carolina was shocked to learn that a rat snake turned an electrical outlet into a nest.
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Alpha Wildlife’s David Adams said he found the reptile in a home in Charleston several weeks ago, along with eggs hidden behind the exit, WCSC reported.
Alpha Wildlife is an organization that removes animals from homes and residential properties in a humane way. Adams said the 60-centimeter rat snake was captured and released in a habitat about 25 miles from Charleston, WYFF reported.
“The snake was a rat snake and she had laid her eggs, about 15-20, on the way out, which was really interesting,” said Adams. “When you took off the cover, there were all these little gems. They looked like porcelain eggs. They were really cool – and they were all born.
“I don’t know where the babies went, but we had to arrest them.”
A snake inside an outlet may seem unusual, but Adams said it is a common occurrence.
“It is more common than you think. Snakes are chasing rodents and that is why they are attracted to your home, ”said Adams. “We have a big problem with rodents in Lowcountry. So, it is very common for someone to find a snake inside your home. “
Adams said people should not fear non-poisonous snakes, WYFF reported.
“Snakes are very, very shy. They don’t want to be around you at all. As soon as they feel that you are experiencing the vibrations, they will try to escape as quickly as possible, ”said Adams. “Snakes in general, with the exception of venomous ones, are good snakes. They are there for a reason. They are good for our environment. They are good for the food chain. They are not bad. They will not hurt you. “