A north Omaha resident was getting ready to mow the yard this morning and found an unwelcome visitor. That person called the police after seeing a large snake. The Nebraska Humane Society determined it was a Ball Python.
"These snakes are relatively harmless to people and are legal to keep as pets in Omaha," Kelli Brown, NHS Director of Field Operations told 6 News. "Looks like this one may have just escaped from a home nearby and went exploring in yards."
Officers with the Humane Society say the snake appears to have a slight neurological issue. They are not sure if the snake was injured somehow while out captivity.
Nebraska Humane Society is caring for the snake and hopes the owner steps forward.
Photo courtesy of 6 News.