A shocking discovery was made in the woods near Szkolna Street in Otwock. Employees of the Environmental Protection Department found a dead python over two meters long. The exotic reptile was likely abandoned by its owner and did not survive the freezing temperatures. Officials emphasize that such action is not only extremely cruel but also poses a real threat to the local ecosystem.

Macabre Find in Otwock

A dead python measuring 2 m 5 cm was found in the forest on Szkolna Street, likely frozen after being abandoned by its owner.

Appeal from Otwock Officials

Authorities in Otwock condemned the act, calling it cruel and dangerous for the environment, emphasizing the breeder's lack of responsibility in the face of frost.

No Mechanical Injuries

Initial examination revealed the reptile had no injuries, strengthening the thesis that the animal froze in the Polish climate.

A shocking discovery in the Warsaw suburb of Otwock mobilized local services and sparked a wave of outrage among residents and officials. On Friday, February 13, around 3:00 PM, employees of the eco-patrol received a report about an exotic animal abandoned in the forest complex on Szkolna Street. Upon arriving at the indicated location, officials confirmed the grim scenario: lying in the snow was a dead, massive python exceeding two meters in length. Precise measurements revealed the individual measured exactly 2 meters and 5 centimeters. Initial examination of the reptile carcass showed no signs of mechanical injuries, suggesting the animal fell victim to hypothermia. Everything indicates that an irresponsible breeder disposed of the python by discarding it into a Polish forest during a period of severe frost. In Poland, the trade and breeding of exotic snakes are subject to strict regulations stemming from the Washington Convention (CITES), and abandoning an animal in conditions that prevent its survival constitutes animal cruelty under the Animal Protection Act. The Otwock City Hall issued an official statement on the matter, condemning the act of cruelty and reminding that abandoning animals outside their native ecosystem can negatively impact natural fauna, should the individual manage to survive in the wild. „Abandoning animals is not only cruel but also dangerous for the environment.” — Otwock City Hall The case has sparked a discussion about controlling the trade of exotic species in Poland. Police and municipal services are alert to similar cases, but identifying the perpetrator of such abandonment without microchipping animals remains an extremely difficult task. Procedures related to the disposal of the dead reptile are currently underway, and officials appeal to residents to report any information that could help find the person responsible for this act. Disposing of an animal in this way not only condemns it to a painful death but also demonstrates a complete lack of empathy and environmental education on the part of the perpetrator. 205 cm — length of the dead python found in the forest Common European Adder: 10, Grass Snake: 15, Smooth Snake: 3, Aesculapian Snake: 1