Snakes
African Rock Python

African Rock Python

Species: African Rock Python
Age on Arrival: Various
Arrival Date: Various
Sex: Both The Story of the Pythons:
 African rock pythons are often brought in after being found eating chickens, rabbits, or small livestock. At Chipangali, they are safely housed and used as...

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Snouted Cobra


Snouted Cobra


Species: Snouted Cobra
Age on Arrival: Various
Arrival Date: Various
Sex: Both The Story of the Snouted Cobras:
 Snouted cobras frequently enter homes hunting rats or raiding chicken coops. Chipangali safely captures, nurses, and releases them after medical checks,...

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Puff Adder

Puff Adder

Species: Puff Adder
Age on Arrival: Various
Arrival Date: Various
Sex: Both The Story of the Puff Adders: 
Puff adders often arrive at Chipangali after being discovered in homes or chicken coops. Their slow movements make them easy to spot, allowing staff to safely...

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Gaboon Viper

Gaboon Viper

Species: Gaboon ViperAge on Arrival: Various
Arrival Date: Various
Sex: Both The Story of the Gaboon Vipers:
 Gaboon vipers at Chipangali are part of a conservation breeding program, helping to maintain populations in Zimbabwe’s limited range while combating illegal...

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Black Mamba


Black Mamba


Species: Black Mamba
Age on Arrival: Various
Arrival Date: Various
Sex: Both The Story of the Black Mambas:
 Black Mambas at Chipangali serve as important educational ambassadors. Many arrive after being reported near homes or villages, where fear and superstition...

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