We know it wouldn’t be a trend if only one snake were seen slithering around the streets of New York City. That’s why we waited. And now, three – yes three – snakes have been spotted.
Back in February of this year, two boys were playing in their Brooklyn home when a four-foot boa constrictor slithered out of their couch cushion. I guess they didn’t get the couch at IKEA.
Four months later, a mother of three found a four-foot snake curled underneath the living-room table. It turned out to be a yellow rat snake, which are non-venomous. Thank goodness.
And finally: today at 8:30am, an innocent passerby stumbled upon a four-foot boa constrictor across from Central Park in Harlem.
Really, where are they all coming from?
Snakes in Big Cities
Multiple Snake Sightings Have New Yorkers on Edge
Trend Themes
1. Urban Wildlife Migration - Increasing sightings of wildlife in urban areas pose disruptions and safety threats and provide opportunities for companies developing smart pest management solutions and green urban planning techniques.
2. Pet Snake Ownership Trend - Growing trend in pet snake ownership presents opportunities for businesses such as pet stores, snake breeders, and veterinary clinics offering specialized services for snakes.
3. Public Safety Technologies - Rising concerns about public safety foster opportunities for technologies such as AI-powered outdoor surveillance systems, drone patrolling systems, and mobile emergency alerts services.
Industry Implications
1. Pest Control Industry - Increasing sightings of wildlife in cities open up opportunities for pest control companies to partner with cities and offer smart pest management solutions.
2. Pet Industry - Growing trend in pet snake ownership presents opportunities for pet stores, snake breeders, and veterinary clinics offering specialized services for snakes.
3. Public Safety Industry - Rising concerns about public safety foster opportunities for companies developing surveillance technologies such as AI-powered outdoor surveillance systems, drone patrolling systems, and mobile emergency alerts services.