THE DISCOVERY of a red snake has sparked an appeal to find its owners.

The reptile was found on a footpath near Van Road in Caerphilly yesterday and the RSPCA are appealing for its owners to come forward.

An RSPCA spokeswoman said the animal was taken to a vets for a check-up and that they have not identified what type of snake it is.

Anyone with information about the snake is asked to call 0300 1234 999.