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Python rescued off Durban beach is 'active and recovering nicely'

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Snake rescuer Nick Evans says a python rescued some 2km off the Durban coast could have slithered out of a boat taking part in the Durban Ski Boat Club Festival. Evan has told Newswatch Senior Reporter, Nushera Soodyal that the African Rock Python is recovering well...

30 Apr 10AM English South Africa News · Daily News

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