A SNAKE which was abandoned in Paisley is now in safe care after being collected by the Scottish SPCA.

The reptile was found by a member of the public in a vivarium outside of their property in the town last week with a note that said, “please feed my snake one mouse a day.”

After collecting the snake, the animal welfare charity revealed it was found in a healthy condition.

It is unknown why the snake was left in the street, however, the SSPCA has said the cost of living crisis may have played a factor in the reptile’s abandonment.

Isla Bell, Scottish SCPA inspector, said: “We can confirm that this snake is now safe in our care after a member of the public discovered the abandoned reptile in a vivarium outside their property.

“The snake was found in good body condition, with a note that said, “please feed my snake one mouse a day”.

“We know that the cost-of-living crisis is causing worry to pet owners, but abandoning animals is never the answer.”

The inspector continued to say: “If you are struggling to care for your pets, please contact our confidential animal helpline on 03000 999 999 for assistance and advice.

“If anyone recognises this snake or has any information about how they came to be abandoned, please call our helpline.”