Snakes on an Airfield
Life imitates dodgy exploitation films, almost, with the news that local residents in the Dutch town of Drenthe have called for action to deal with the increasing snake population near the Eelde airfield.
For over 10 years the Russian rattle snakes have been living in the vicinity of the airfield. They are not dangerous but they can reach 2 metres in length and numbers are growing rapidly.
The fist snakes were apparently released in the area by someone who did not want to keep them as pets anymore. Contrary to all expectation the snakes have thrived and multiplied in North Drenthe.
It is estimated there are anywhere between several dozen and a few hundred of the snakes living in the area.
Where’s Samuel L. Jackson when you need him?
Monday 31 Jul 2006 | Paul | The Pit
