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Highly venomous, rare white Russell’s viper rescued from Navi Mumbai society
Updated On: 15 November, 2025 07:42 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet Jadhav
Based on the veterinarian’s advice, it was decided to keep the snake under observation for two days. The snake is currently housed at the Wildlife Welfare Association’s transit centre
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The viper displayed an unusual white coloration due to a lack of melanin pigment. PIC/WWA
On Thursday, the Wildlife Welfare Association (WWA) helpline received a call from a resident of Sector 8, ‘A’ Vrindavan Society Compound in Rabale, Navi Mumbai, reporting the presence of a snake in the area.
A rare white Russell’s viper was rescued from a Navi Mumbai housing society after residents reported its presence. The unusual snake showed signs of partial albinism or leucism.
The viper is under medical observation for dehydration and lethargy and will be released into its… pic.twitter.com/65A2F6xv4H
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