10-Foot Python Found on Myrtle Beach Sidewalk
A 10-foot python was discovered on a sidewalk in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The snake was found by a driver who called a snake wrangler to safely remove it. Officials noted that pythons are not native to the area and…
Nashville, TN, August 22, 2026 —
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – A 10-foot python was discovered unexpectedly on a sidewalk in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, prompting a call to a professional snake wrangler for its safe removal.
The large constrictor was found by a driver who, upon discovering the snake, contacted local authorities to arrange for its capture and relocation. The specific circumstances leading to the python’s presence on the sidewalk were not immediately clear.
Officials have stated that pythons are not indigenous to South Carolina. Furthermore, they noted that the species is unlikely to survive the region’s winter temperatures, suggesting the snake was likely an escaped or released pet.
The snake wrangler who responded to the scene successfully removed the python from the sidewalk. Further details regarding the origin of the snake or its ultimate destination after removal were not provided.
This incident highlights the potential presence of non-native species in local environments, often due to the exotic pet trade. While pythons cannot establish a breeding population in Myrtle Beach due to climate conditions, their appearance can still be a cause for concern for residents.
Story summarized from the original created by Juliana Alford, Gray News staff on www.wsmv.com, see more information here.
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