Snake Capture Attempt Goes Viral on TikTok

A woman’s hilarious attempt to catch a snake in her mom’s house has taken social media by storm. TikTok user @piinkdagger received a panicked call from her mom late at night after she spotted a small snake slithering around the house.

Without wasting any time, @piinkdagger rushed over to help her terrified mother. The plan was simple: trap the snake under a bowl. However, when she lifted the bowl, she was met with a shocking realization—the snake was nowhere to be found!

The viral video, shared on August 5, has racked up over 3.1 million views and garnered more than 305,000 likes. Viewers were both amused and horrified at the failed attempt, questioning why a bowl was chosen as the trapping tool.

In response to the criticism, @piinkdagger explained in a TikTok comment that the snake was “10-12 inches and skinny,” so she thought the bowl would be an adequate choice. But it seems that her snake-catching adventure didn’t go as planned.

The Humane Society of the United States advises that when dealing with snakes in the house, it’s important to stay calm and avoid disturbing them. If the snake can’t be coaxed out, the best option is to cover it with a wastebasket or pail until a professional can come to help.

Later, @piinkdagger shared a part 2 of her mom’s ongoing search for the elusive snake, which included flashlight inspections under furniture and inside plant pots. It’s safe to say her family is determined to find their unexpected house guest.

As the search continues, social media users have filled the comments with advice and speculation about the snake’s whereabouts. One user joked that the snake is probably watching them, while another suggested checking warm spots around the house.