At the Florida airport, a boa constrictor was found in a passenger's suitcase: she stated that she needed the animal for emotional support

Transportation and security personnel at Tampa International Airport in Florida found a 15m long boa constrictor on Dec. 1,2. It was hidden in the woman's luggage, reports New York Daily News.

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The traveler told security that the snake, named Bartholomew, was actually her "emotional support animal". The woman asked that the snake be allowed to fly with her.

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In the end, the airline barred Bartholomew from landing, agency spokeswoman Lisa Farbstein wrote in a tweet.

“This bag contains dangerous noodles...,” the agency said on Instagram. “Our officers at Tampa International Airport did not find this funny!”

The social media post also showed an x-ray showing the boa constrictor curled up in the woman's luggage.

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Airlines never allow snakes in carry-on baggage, and few will allow them in checked bags - as long as the animal is properly packaged.

The snake was unharmed in the incident and was returned home, officials said.

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