Boa Constrictor Discovered Under Car Hood in West Allis
A family in West Allis discovered a four-foot boa constrictor hiding under the hood of their car. A reptile rescue expert was called to safely remove the non-native snake, which is believed to be an escaped or abandoned pet.
Milwaukee, WI, September 8, 2026 — A surprising discovery was made by a family in West Allis when they found a four-foot boa constrictor concealed beneath the hood of their vehicle. The incident prompted the call for professional assistance to ensure the safe removal of the non-native reptile.
The snake, identified as a boa constrictor, was found by the family as they were preparing to use their car. The reptile measured approximately four feet in length. Boa constrictors are not native to the West Allis area, leading experts to believe the snake was likely an escaped pet or had been abandoned by its owner.
A reptile rescue expert was dispatched to the scene to safely extract the boa constrictor from its hiding place under the car’s hood. The details regarding the specific expert or rescue organization involved were not provided. The snake was successfully removed without incident.
The exact circumstances leading to the boa constrictor being under the car remain unclear. Authorities or animal control agencies were not directly involved in the initial discovery or removal, with the family opting to contact a specialized rescuer. Further information regarding the snake’s ultimate placement or the search for its owner was not available.
Story summarized from the original created by Mike Beiermeister on www.tmj4.com, see more information here.
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