"I Would Cry": Woman’s Hair-Tangling Snake Encounter Sparks Laughter and Concern in South Africa

• A viral TikTok video shows a woman’s shocking encounter with a snake tangled in her hair, sparking a mix of concern and laughter from South Africans
• While the lady remained calm at first, panic set in as the snake slithered into her thick hair
• Social media users flooded the comments with humorous reactions, with many joking about their own fear of snakes, while others acknowledged the importance of handling exotic animals safely

A bizarre and hair-raising moment has left Mzansi peeps in shock and stitches after a video surfaced online showing a snake tangled in a woman’s hair.

Snake stuck in her hair

The clip was shared on TikTok under the handle @melanink_1999. It has gone viral on TikTok and other platforms since its publication on 10 June 2025.

In the video, the woman initially appears calm while the snake is draped over her shoulders. However, within seconds, it slithers upwards and becomes entangled in her thick hair. Panic quickly sets in as the young lady begins saying, “Take it off! Take it off!”

A man, possibly a handler or staff member, is seen rushing to help, attempting to gently remove the serpent without causing further alarm. It took several tense seconds before the snake was finally untangled and removed safely.

Croc City Crocodile and Reptile Park

The incident happened at the ​Croc City Crocodile and Reptile Park. It's located just five minutes from Fourways in Johannesburg, and offers an exciting and educational experience for visitors of all ages.

The park provides guided tours, which run from 9:00am to 4:30pm daily. During these tours, guests can learn about various reptiles and gain insights into their natural habitats. One of the park's main attractions is the crocodile feeding sessions, which happen every Saturday and Sunday at 12:00pm.

Visitors can also enjoy the venomous snake show, held on Sundays and public holidays at 11:00am, where they can safely touch a live puff adder. For those seeking an adrenaline rush, the Croc City FlyOver offers a zipline experience that gives visitors an aerial view of the crocodile enclosures. The park also provides opportunities to interact with reptiles, such as holding baby crocodiles and touching exotic snakes.

Croc City hosts birthday parties and school group events, making it a popular choice for family-friendly outings. The park is open daily, including public holidays, and admission fees are R115 for adults, R100 for pensioners, and R85 for children.

Social media users were quick to react, with some expressing sympathy while others made light-hearted jokes about the incident, with one person saying the following in the comments:

"I fear nothing, but as for snakes, jhoo I'd rather walk to Egypt."

While the woman was not physically harmed, it is always best that exotic animals, especially reptiles, should only be handled under supervision and with proper knowledge.

The incident served as a stark reminder to online users of the unpredictable nature of animals and the importance of caution when interacting with them, especially when fashion and fauna collide.

Watch the video below:

SA reacts to woman's snake hair tangle

The people in South Africa took to the comments section to crack jokes while smiling and laughing, and others weighed in on the situation.

Pabi said:

"You're probably wondering how I ended up in this situation."

Malwande Yolwa Nqenq added:

"Not me saying don’t shout, you will make it react."

Leejoy shared:

"I laughed my lungs out, sorry."

Nosihle Nkhosi01 commented:

"Not with me, I would cry, rolling on the ground."

Tshepi stated:

"I fear nothing, but as for snakes jhoo I'd rather walk to Egypt."

FuniFaithKhwashaba replied:

"Mina English will not even come out shem."

Other stories about massive snakes

• In another article, a brave man reached underwater to catch a big anaconda. The nail-biting clip receives millions of views.
• Last year, an enormous snake was found relaxing in a student accommodation. A local snake catcher informed Briefly News what to do when encountering the reptile.
• A man on vacation filmed a giant snake slithering on a deck in front of an open door, prompting the cameraman to follow its trail.

Hilary Sekgota, Human Interest HOD at Briefly News, contributed to this article.

Source: Briefly News