The fright was quick, as it turned out to be a viper. A swimmer spotted the animal in an area usually frequented by families. But with all the peace in the world, he did not pester the reptile for a simple reason.

Close-up you can see the head of a snake frightened by a bather – Photo: Reproduction

The snake sat quietly in the hole, not disturbing anyone. So, not feeling threatened, the bather warned that he was “just making a record.”

The video was posted on the channel of biologist Enrique, who often uses YouTube to promote his work. He took the opportunity to teach a lesson about the jararak, emphasizing that it is a poisonous animal.

Boa Hararaka

The snake was in a den not far from the swimmers, but did not pose any danger – Photo: Reproduction

However, like any other snake, it only attacks in defensive situations or to feed.

At the end, praise the author of the video for his actions, for not pestering the animal. Everyone was able to enjoy the space, each in their own way. Some enjoy a sunny day, while others just want peace and quiet.