Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) rangers at the scene where one of the giant pythons was killed by residents in West Nyakach Locations, in Nyakach Sub-County. Photo by Robert Ojwang’



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ANGRY villagers from West Nyakach and Kabodho in Nyakach subcounty killed and burnt the carcasses of two giant pythons that had invaded the area.

Upper Nyakach assistant county commissioner Dawin Orina said the area has witnessed rising cases of human-wildlife conflicts.

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West Nyakach chief Seth Agwanda said first snake was discovered in Kabodho by residents who were ploughing a farm along River Sondu using a tractor.

“It seems the tractor’s vibrations caused discomfort, forcing the animal to emerge from its hiding place. They called for help and villagers armed with pangas and spears descended on it,” he explained.

The second incident occurred when the snake slithered into a homestead in Kadiang’a village.

Residents were alerted by the incessant barking of dogs.

Orina said the Kenya Wildlife Service rangers were immediately notified and they recovered the burnt carcasses.