To check this hunch, the vet gave the workers a risky task: Get close enough to the snake to look for signs of pregnancy — without scaring or threatening it. This would take caution, as a pregnant snake could get super defensive. The nervous workers now had a delicate and dangerous mission. They knew the vet’s orders were their only hope to fix things safely, but it would take guts and precision. The thought of getting close to the huge anaconda, especially now, made their hearts race.
The vet asked the workers to find the bulge on the snake’s body, which meant moving the anaconda a bit. Most of the crew balked, scared to risk it. What if it attacked?
But then a brave worker stepped up, taking charge. He knew someone had to act, and he’d put himself in danger to protect the others. Calmly but firmly, he volunteered to approach the snake. Seeing his courage, two others joined in — they’d carefully pull the snake’s tail to stretch it out, so they could see the bulge without stressing the snake too much.
Holding their breaths, the three men moved slowly toward the anaconda. The tension was thick as they gently tugged the tail, praying the snake wouldn’t react. To their relief, it stayed calm, seemingly unbothered by the small movement. As they stretched it out, they found the bulge.
Luck was on their side. The snake didn’t lash out, and they identified the bulge safely. Now they could report back to the vet, and with this done, they hoped the situation would be resolved without more risk.