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Three Illegal To Own Chinese Water Buffalo Get Loose In Charlotte Neighborhood

Author Melanie Day

Did we all not learn something about owning illegal animals a couple of years ago with the Raleigh Cobra incident? If you don’t remember a deadly, spitting, venomous cobra got loose in a Raleigh neighborhood. A massive search was launched and the animal was found. The owner was cited and faces 40+ misdemeanor charges in relation to the incident and the possession of the cobra and other reptiles. But now North Carolina has seen another illegal animal incident. This time it was three water buffalo that got loose in a Charlotte neighborhood.

I absolutely do not condone owning the cobra, nor would I ever in a million years or for a million dollars want to be near one much less own it. But I mean people do keep snakes as pets. What on earth is someone doing with three Chinese water buffalo in a city? According to QCNews Charlotte Mecklenburg Police received a call about the animals getting loose over the weekend. The animals were near Leesburg Road and Hollyhouse Drive in east Charlotte.

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Two of the Chinese water buffalo were able to be contained and loaded into a livestock trailer. Unfortunately, a third of the animals became increasingly agitated and was unable to be loaded up. The owners and police offers came to the agreement that it was best to euthanize the water buffalo.

Water Buffalo

According to National Geographic a water buffalo is the largest member of the “Bovini tribe”. On average they are between 5 and over 6 feet tall and have massive curved horns that can be as long as 5 feet. he owner of the water buffalo that got loose in Charlotte received a citation. There has been no information on if they resided in the city limits, and what the purpose of owning these animals was.

Read the full QCNews story here.

Can You Guess the Most Dangerous Animals in North Carolina?

Well, we all know North Carolina is home to many different species of animals across the state. From unique pets to animals you find on the beach to animals you find up in the mountains. The state has so many different types of living areas for animals that it is kind of wild to think about how many different homes we offer them. But, not all of these animals are ones you should play with. Think about it, not every animal is a kind, friendly dog. We have some dangerous species to beware of within the state.

Animal Vivid wants to be sure we are all aware of what creatures we should stay away from if we ever come across them. From deadly reptiles to deadly insects, you never know what you might come across in North Carolina wildlife. They gathered a list of the 10 most dangerous animals in North Carolina. Below, you can find 5 of the most dangerous animals in North Carolina and a little bit about each one. No worries, want to see the full list of all 10, click here and be safe!

  • The American Alligator

    Come on, we’re in the Carolinas! We knew an alligator would have to make this list at some point. This reptile lives in swamps, streams, or rivers throughout the state. Unfortunately, the alligator is a carnivore. The American alligator specifically is a species of alligator that you should be extremely cautious of. Although it will ignore humans sometimes, it still can consider human flesh to be a great meal!

  • Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake

    North Carolina is home to three different rattlesnake species, how lucky are we? All three are different level of danger to a human. Of the three though, the eastern diamondback rattlesnake is the most venomous in the American continent. Now, that is some power! The Diamondback is also the largest rattlesnake, so if you needed more of a reason to stay away… there you go!

  • Black Bears

    Now, coming from someone who just recently saw Cocaine Bear, I could see why this animal is on the list. Black bears are found throughout the forests spread across the state of North Carolina. Although the black bear is the smallest of all bear species, it can still be dangerous. Thankfully, the black bear does not attack often and would rather scare you away from it than actually harm you.

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  • Brown Recluse Spider

    I am not a spider person whatsoever, but here we go. The brown recluse spider can be found in wood piles, sheds, or garages which means it’s close to home. Although they contain a very high level of venom they are a bit iffy when it comes to humans. The spider only bites when it feels threatened so be careful if you ever see one, because the venom is strong enough to put you in the hospital after a bite.

     

  • White-tailed Deer

    We all know we have seen a deer or two whenever we’re out on the roads. This mammal lives in cropland, brushland, or pastureland across the state. Although deer are pretty peaceful in general, they earned their danger stripes due to the number of car accidents they cause throughout the state. Early mornings and early evenings you can find deer crossing dark roads at such random and high-speed cars sometimes don’t stand a chance. Whenever you’re on a roadway where you may not be able to tell if a deer is coming or not, it’s always best to just sit back and drive with caution.

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Melanie Day is a graduate of North Carolina State University. She has worked for Beasley since 2012 in a variety of behind-the-scenes roles in both digital and promotions. Melanie writes about a diverse range of topics some of her favorites include travel, restaurants, Taylor Swift, and college athletics. When not at work you'll find her at a country concert or NC State sporting event.

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