“Ke Boloi Tse”: Woman Shocked After Finding Snake Inside Car Bonnet

• A woman was left shocked after discovering a snake hiding inside her car bonnet, an unusual but possible occurrence
• Snakes are known to hide in warm engine spaces, especially after a car has been running, and it gets cold outside
• The TikTok video sparked reactions online, with users sharing jokes and safety tips after the unexpected encounter

You don’t really expect anything unusual when opening your car bonnet, it’s just one of those normal things. But every now and then, something happens that completely throws you off. This was one of those moments that had people both laughing and a little scared.

TikTok user @jesslady08 posted a video on 31 March 2026, which captured a moment that would leave anyone shaken. The clip showed a snake hidden inside her car bonnet, something she clearly did not expect when opening it. Her reaction said it all, shock, panic and disbelief as she tried to process what she was seeing. She even poured it with hot water as they tried to remove it.

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Snakes hiding inside car bonnets is not as rare as people think, especially in warmer areas. Engines retain heat long after a car has been switched off, making the bonnet a perfect hiding spot for snakes looking for warmth or shelter. In some cases, they also hide there to escape predators or harsh outdoor conditions.

Unexpected discovery left woman shaken and shocked

User @jesslady08 called the snake a snake formed against her. Most people associate snakes with bushes or rural areas, not something sitting inside their car. That’s why many viewers reacted with fear, saying they would now think twice before opening their bonnet.

Online, people joked about it being witchcraft, while others shared tips like knocking on the bonnet first or checking the surroundings before opening it. The video quickly turned into a mix of humour and caution, reminding people that nature can show up anywhere.

Check out the TikTok video below:

Here’s how Mzansi reacted

Scented wrote:

“How did you know? 😳”

Khomotso Kgopa wrote:

“How did you know it was there? 🧐”

Ms_mopedi wrote:

“Another reason for me not to buy a car. 😭”

Mumbo’Omhlophe wrote:

“You still haven’t answered our question; how did you know it was there?”

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Ursula_M wrote:

“It was probably feeling cold.”

NalediAnele wrote:

“Yhoo. 😳 Pray, pray!”

RUTH LEK wrote:

“Yoh. 😭💔 Always stay in prayer, my love. 💓”

username wrote:

“God will tell you to ‘check’. 🙏”

Godblesss wrote:

“It’s just a snake, not a weapon formed against you.”

Luh wrote:

“New fear unlocked. 😭😭”

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• A veteran snake catcher is in the ICU after being bitten by a highly venomous black mamba in Pretoria, sparking reactions on social media.
• A rare wildlife clip shows a black mamba being washed, leaving many viewers fascinated by how the dangerous snake reacts.
• A heartbroken woman shared a post about a devastating day when she lost her brother to a snake bite, leaving Mzansi feeling sad.

Source: Briefly News