Second most venomous snake in the world surprises family in washing machine

Snake catcher Tim Hudson, from Gold Coast-based Hudson Snake Catching, was called to a home in Maudsland after the residents spotted a dangerous intruder coiled up in their outdoor washer. What he found was a young eastern brown snake – believed to be the second most venomous snake on the planet – tucked inside the tub.

Washing machine snake scare

Hudson, known for his swift and safe removals, was said to have captured the snake without harm to anyone, including the startled family, the snake itself, or their laundry.

A video of the encounter was shared on the company’s Facebook page, where viewers saw just how close the family came to a potentially lethal situation. Hudson later released the snake into the wild.

Australia’s eastern brown snakes are responsible for more deaths than any other snake in the country due to their potent venom and proximity to populated areas. Hudson’s team regularly deals with such encounters, showcasing the risky overlap between urban life and Australia’s wild side.

More footage from Maudsland.

What is the world’s most venomous snake?

The eastern brown snake (Pseudonaja textilis) reported on above is often described, accurately, as the second most venomous land snake globally, after the inland taipan.

The inland taipan (Oxyuranus microlepidotus), also known as the “fierce snake” or “small-scaled snake,” holds the title of most venomous snake in the world. Its venom is considered 50 times more toxic than that of the Indian cobra. A single bite contains enough venom to kill over 100 adult humans or 250,000 mice, if untreated.

Native to the arid interior of eastern Australia, it is rarely encountered in the wild due to its reclusive nature and remote habitat. Lucky for us, eh?!

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