A close wildlife encounter with a baby python, highlighting careful handling and observation.

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GULFPORT, Miss. — An air-conditioning technician in Mississippi got a surprise during a service call Tuesday, finding a baby ball python curled up inside the outdoor unit. Conner Smith opened the unit ...