Threat to natural habitat forcing snakes into KL's residential areas


KUALA LUMPUR: Residential areas in Setapak, Cheras and Jinjang, which were all once oil palm plantations, have been identified as areas frequented by snakes, especially reticulated pythons and cobras, of late.

Kuala Lumpur Fire and Rescue Department director Khirudin Drahman said on average, three snakes were caught by the department every day, mostly from the three areas.

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