Carpet Python Found in Bathroom Sink in Video Sparks Mixed Reactions Online
- A surprising discovery was made in a home's bathroom in Noosa Heads, Australia, sparking a mix of reactions on social media
- The incident has drawn attention to the importance of knowing how to handle unexpected wildlife encounters in suburban areas
- The online community took to the comments section to share their thoughts on the reptile and more
- Briefly News asked snake rescuer Nick Evans why people fear snakes so much and how they can overcome that fear
Residents of Noosa Heads, Australia, were left startled after a large carpet python was discovered inside a bathroom, with the unusual sight quickly making its way onto social media.
Source: Facebook
The video, shared on Facebook by Snake Catcher Noosa 24/7 Luke the Snake Catcher, captured the snake comfortably stretched out on a bathroom sink, sparking a mix of fear and fascination among viewers.
The snake catcher who responded to the call explained in the Facebook caption that the reptile had likely entered the home by accident, possibly in search of warmth or food.
"This fella made his way in accidentally and was discovered in the bathroom when they called me. I’ve been getting them to some funny places over the last few weeks. Enjoy, folks, and be safe.”
Carpet pythons, while non-venomous, can grow to several metres long and are known for turning up in unexpected places in suburban areas across Australia.
Social media users were quick to share their reactions. Some admitted they would have been too frightened to even step into the bathroom, while others joked about how Australia never fails to deliver wild surprises.
Residents in snake-prone areas are advised to remain calm when such encounters occur and to contact professionals rather than attempting to handle snakes themselves. Despite their intimidating size, carpet pythons play an important role in controlling rodent populations.
The bizarre bathroom discovery has since gone viral since it was posted on 11 September 2025, reminding many Australians of the unexpected wildlife encounters that come with living alongside nature.
Briefly News asked snake rescuer Nick Evans what drives people’s fear of snakes and how he works to address it. He said:
"A healthy respect of snakes is required. If you are willing to try and overcome your fear, try and learn more about them. It may take years, but it is likely you will reduce your fear, hopefully completely."
Online users react to a python snake found in a bathroom
Netizens had a lot to say as they flooded the comments section with jokes, and some expressed their thoughts.
Lone Brøndum said:
"Just needs an extra role."
Onerva Cudmore expressed:
"He wants to do a number two."
Karen Hill wrote:
"& one lovely carpet."
Ian Allstruct was in awe of the snake, adding:
"Oh, that’s beautiful."
Angela Day stated:
"I still wonder where the female is? She's attracting the males into the house."
Vicky Debono raved over the reptile by saying:
"He is beautiful."
Chelsea Fanning commented:
"Beautiful."
Watch the video below:
Source: Facebook
Humans’ widespread fear of snakes is believed to be rooted in evolution. According to National Geographic, this fear is hardwired into our brains, likely as a survival mechanism developed over millions of years.
Studies show that even infants exhibit heightened awareness of images of snakes and spiders, suggesting an innate predisposition to fear these creatures. This instinctive response may have helped early humans avoid potentially dangerous reptiles. While snakes play vital roles in ecosystems, such as controlling rodent populations, their perceived threat continues to evoke fear in many people.
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Updated by Hilary Sekgota, Human Interest HOD at Briefly News.
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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za
Nick Evans (Snake Rescuer and Educator) Nick Evans is based in Durban. He spends his time rescuing snakes (and people!) from households, conducting research on reptiles and educating the public on these animals in his blog The Mamba Mail. He researched Black Mambas, pet and snake conflict, human and snake conflict, Southern African Pythons, Green Mambas, Nile Monitor Lizards and more. Nick has been doing this full-time since 2015 but has been interested in reptiles his whole life.
