A 'Venomous Snake' Wiggles Inside a Bag of Lettuce Bought at a Mart... Australian Couple Returns It to Its Hometown

A snake was found inside a bag of lettuce purchased at a supermarket in Sydney, Australia.
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[Asia Economy Reporter Sumi Hwang] A couple living in Australia discovered a snake inside a bag of lettuce they purchased at a supermarket.

According to foreign media on the 14th (local time), Mr. Alexander and Ms. Amelie, who live in Sydney, Australia, felt a strange movement inside their shopping bag while preparing to make a salad after shopping at a nearby supermarket.

Upon inspecting their purchased items, the couple found a snake flicking its tongue and wriggling inside the bag of lettuce. The approximately 20cm-long snake became more active, slithering vigorously among the lettuce leaves when it sensed their presence.

Shocked, the couple immediately contacted a wildlife organization, describing the snake’s appearance and asking for advice on how to handle the situation. They also informed the supermarket that a snake had been found inside the bag of lettuce.

The wildlife organization responded, "The snake has a dark body and a white head, indicating it is the Australian native species known as the 'pale-headed snake.' Although it appears to be a young juvenile, it is a species with dangerous venom."

Although surprised by the snake’s venomous nature, the couple soon felt sympathy for it. After some consideration, they requested the supermarket to find out that the lettuce was sourced from Toowoomba in Queensland, eastern Australia, and then told the wildlife organization, "We hope the snake can be returned to its original home in Toowoomba."

The wildlife organization gladly accepted the couple’s proposal, and the couple announced that they plan to accompany the journey to return the snake to its hometown.

Mr. Alexander expressed affection, saying, "At first, I was a bit surprised, but the baby snake was really cute. I even video-called my kids who are away from home to show them." Ms. Amelie added, "I learned the lesson to check carefully for any holes in the bag when buying lettuce at the supermarket."

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