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    So, this is Kenya, not SA. This little chap managed to get caught up in some netting and I carefully cut him free and released. The offending netting was disposed of properly.

    I’m think he is a Rufous Beaked Snake? He was slim, about 3’ long, olive colour and white belly. Def a white mouth!

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    Apologies for the photos all being on their sides!

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    One of the Psammophis species, not familiar with Kenyan species, could be Psammophis mossambicus as I have encountered them throughout much of Sub-Saharan Africa. Harmless and a good snake to have a round:

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    Flippen hel... On the odd chance that this might be a Female Boom-Slang-Snake I would stay well clear!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mielie 84 View Post
    One of the Psammophis species, not familiar with Kenyan species, could be Psammophis mossambicus as I have encountered them throughout much of Sub-Saharan Africa. Harmless and a good snake to have a round:

    https://www.africansnakebiteinstitut...e-grass-snake/
    Agree, defenitely one of the Grass snakes. Mildly venomous, not dangerous to humans.
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    "When a clown enters a palace, he does not turn into a prince, the palace turns into a circus."

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    Considering it had been trapped for (I guess) several hours in the netting, he was remarkably calm and wasn’t trying to bite. I know nothing about snakes, but wanted to help the little rascal, hence fashioning the y-shaped stick to hold his head gently as I cut the netting off. I managed to get it all off without damage and he quickly disappeared off into the bush.

    I don’t think we get Boomslangs here, but Black Mambas are a possibility, hence looking to see if it had a black mouth. we do get big Puff Adders, but clearly not one of them.

    Best of luck to him / her!

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    Well done and thank you for the assist. I am one that strongly believe that snakes play a role in nature and applaud you for your actions. The only thing I would say is that if you are not sure if it is a spitting snake or not, wear safety glasses at the least.

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