A Reddit user in Bali said a small green snake was spared after they convinced family members not to kill it and instead relocated it to a safer spot.
Here's what to know
Asking for help identifying the animal, the poster wrote, "Im fairly certain its a Viper. Just want confirmation. Still a baby, was very chill."
In the title of the Reddit thread, they added, "Convinced my family not to kill it, gonna relocate this beauty."
Users in the discussion said it was likely Trimeresurus insularis, a venomous pit viper found in Indonesia.
One commenter wrote, "Not RR, but possibly Trimeresurus insularis if this is in Bali. You could call the local firefighters to safely relocate the snake."
Later, the original poster shared an update confirming that the animal had been released.
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"Released it at night so its active with possibility of less predators. I left it next to a river bed so it has access to water," they wrote.
The response was overwhelmingly supportive, with many users praising the decision to protect the snake instead of killing it.
More background
Panicked efforts to handle or attack a wild snake without training can put both people and the animal at risk.
The encounter also reflects a broader reality: Human activity often increases the chances of close contact with wildlife.
As homes, roads, and other development overlap with natural habitat, animals can wind up in places where people least expect them.
In this case, a family decision changed the outcome.
What can be done?
In the Reddit discussion, users pointed to local firefighters and wildlife relocation services as safer options than trying to deal with the animal alone.
According to the thread's educational bot, bites happen most often when people try to handle or kill snakes, not when those animals are left alone.
More broadly, reducing conflict with wildlife starts with recognizing that many animals are not "invading" so much as navigating human-shaped spaces. Leaving room for native species, avoiding unnecessary killing, and relying on professionals can protect both people and ecosystems.
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