2 Male Carpet Pythons Fight Over Female and Fall Through Ceiling into Bathroom in Viral Video
- Two male carpet pythons fell through a ceiling into a bathroom while fighting over a female during breeding season
- The incident occurred due to males engaging in combat over females releasing pheromones, a natural behaviour during spring
- The video of the snakes' unexpected entrance has gone viral, sparking fascination and fear as people reacted
Residents in Lake MacDonald, Australia, were left stunned after two male carpet pythons fell through the ceiling into their bathroom while fighting over a nearby female.
Source: Facebook
The unusual incident occurred during the evening when the snakes, locked in a battle for dominance, accidentally broke through the roof and landed in the home. A local snake catcher, who was called to the property, shared the event on his Facebook page under the handle Snake Catcher Noosa 24/7 Luke the Snake Catcher, and he explained that the behaviour was linked to the breeding season.
“Two male carpet pythons fighting over a nearby female broke through the roof by accident. I was called out to a home in Lake MacDonald last night to relocate this cheeky body that had fallen through the roof," he wrote.
According to the snake expert, the residents were not overly concerned about snakes in general but admitted that the sight of two large pythons crashing into their bathroom was far from ideal. He added that during spring, female carpet pythons ovulate and release pheromones that attract males. The males then engage in combat, wrestling and twisting around one another until one backs down, with the winner earning the right to mate.
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“This is what these boys were doing,” he explained, urging locals to remain vigilant. “Keep an eye out, folks, the season’s here.”
The video that was posted on 3 September 2025 on Facebook has since gone viral, sparking both fascination and fear online. Many viewers expressed relief that the snakes were safely removed, while others marvelled at the raw display of nature in suburban settings.
People react to snakes found in the bathroom
The online community took to the comments section to share their thoughts on the snakes that were found in the bathroom, saying:
Suzette Williamson said:
"I really. I would have a heart attack. Thank God my family did not migrate to Australia."
Kane Zotti wrote:
"No way that vent got bent like that from them."
Kirsty Copson shared:
"Wow! Look at the pattern differences."
Crystal Lee replied:
"Like how you're having a National Geographic moment in your bathroom."
Ilija J Tanev stated:
"They're not fighting.. They can sense the female, and they're trying to get back up on the roof."
Ronnie Kar commented:
"Love how you just collect them like towels lol."
Giving Back Sr simply said:
"I'd move instantly."
Watch the video below:
Source: Facebook
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- Briefly News reported that a family was left horrified after discovering a live snake coiled inside their washing machine during a routine laundry session.
- A standing snake was seen on the streets of Mzansi in a video that went viral on TikTok.
- The heart-stopping moment saw the two animals locked in a standoff, with the dog cautiously assessing the threat while the snake remained coiled and ready to strike.
- An online post showed a massive snake making its way up branches, leaving many jaws on the floor.
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Source: Briefly News
