The snake was discovered on a car parked outside a convenience store in Si Thep district. Rescue workers safely removed the reptile from the vehicle’s grill and released it back into the wild.

The car's license plate number, 3243, quickly became the focus of attention. Locals photographed it and shared it widely on social media, believing it to be a lucky omen.

Experts say that seeking numbers from omens is part of lottery culture in Thailand. Spotting unusual animals, especially snakes, is often seen as a sign of good fortune, particularly when it coincides with important dates like lottery draws.

This isn't the first time a snake has caused a lottery frenzy. In late August, a family reported seeing a green viper in front of their house for three consecutive nights. Many people interpreted this as a sign of impending wealth and used the date, time, and address to choose their lottery numbers.

Earlier, in Buriram province, 9 baby snakes fell from a tree onto the roof of a car, prompting neighbors to rush and photograph the license plate.

The green viper stuck in the car's grill on 14/9. Photo: thethaiger

The green viper stuck in the car's grill on 14/9. Photo: thethaiger

Research published in the US National Library of Medicine by Thai sociologists Sunisa Pravichai and Vanchai Ariyabuddhiphongs shows that people with strong superstitious beliefs often seek numbers from events, animals, and dreams. They then frequently buy lottery tickets, which can lead to gambling addiction and financial strain.

The researchers call this "number search" – the act of seeking numbers from unusual events and believing they will bring luck.

However, Pravichai notes that this belief can trap low-income individuals in a cycle of "buying lottery tickets – failing – seeking new omens," reinforcing reliance on superstition instead of practical solutions.

Nhat Minh (According to thethaiger)