WATCH: Wild snake showdown with five determined men
A hilarious encounter at the watering hole leaves everyone soaked - except the massive serpent, who slithers back home a victor.
The internet is buzzing with a viral video of five brave (or maybe foolish) dudes trying to rescue a snake from a watering hole.
It starts off simple enough - the men try their absolute best to pull the reptile out of its 'swimming pool' with their hands. However, this wasn't your average garden snake.
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This serpent had serious pulling power, leaving the men with dirt-caked hands and frustrated grunts.
Finally, with a mighty heave, they manage to reveal a good chunk of the beast. That's when things get real.
The snake, clearly not appreciating the eviction attempt, whips its body around and lunges towards the men.
Cue the chaos - some guys tumble backwards, others turn tail and run!
The video cuts out just as the massive snake gracefully (or maybe menacingly) slithers back into its watery haven.
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Lesson learned? Maybe we need to respect wild animals and their preferred 'swimming pools'. Or at least, have a longer rope next time.
The internet, of course, is having a field day. Take a look at the video here:
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