Bentonville Couple Seeks Owner of Lost Boa Constrictor
The four-foot snake was discovered near a local garage and is currently being held for safekeeping.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Reptiles
Kiera and Jacob Reid discovered a four-foot boa constrictor outside their residence near the Glen Polo Apartments. The couple is now working to reunite the escaped pet with its owner.
Why it matters
The discovery highlights the challenges of locating owners of escaped exotic pets within a residential community. The couple is managing the animal safely while attempting to find its origin.
The boa constrictor measures approximately four feet long and is currently being housed in a ventilated tote. Owners can contact the couple at (479) 305-3521 to provide verification.
The players
Kiera Reid
Kiera Reid is a Bentonville resident who is currently housing the found snake while attempting to locate its owner.
Jacob Reid
Jacob Reid discovered the boa constrictor near his garage and is managing the animal's temporary care.
The details
Jacob Reid found the snake outside his garage and has since moved the animal into a separate room, away from other pets, with access to water. The pair has turned to social media to broadcast the discovery in hopes of finding the owner.
Timeline
The snake was found by Kiera and Jacob Reid on October 29, 2026.
Culture Shift
The story follows the pattern set by the American Pet Products Association's data on exotic pet ownership, which tracks the rise in non-traditional animal keeping. This incident highlights the broader societal shift toward keeping exotic reptiles in residential neighborhoods.
Residents living near the Glen Polo Apartments should check their own enclosures to ensure no snakes have escaped their premises. Those who have lost a pet of this type should use the provided phone number to arrange for a safe recovery.
The takeaway
When encountering a lost exotic animal, it is safest to keep the creature contained in a secure, ventilated space while seeking help from experts. Attempting to locate an owner through social media or local neighborhood groups is often the most effective first step.
What happens next
If the owner is not located, the couple plans to transport the snake to a professional reptile rescue for permanent care.
Further reading
For more information on the proper care and containment of exotic animals, visit our Reptiles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette.
