Its A Non-Venomous wolf Snake
AnimalCare 
Mar 23, 2013 
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Many, many thanks to everyone who is helping me identify the snake that the cats brought back.
My friend consulted a herpetologist who is doing her PhD and here is what she says:
The snake is Lycodon capucinus or wolf snake. Feed on geckos, small frogs and very common even inside offices if situated near jungles. This is a non-venomous snake.
I had a horrible day yesterday thinking it may be a cobra or later, a python (what if there are big ones around?), so worried for all the cats, inside and outside.
Some information about the wolf snake:
Habitat:Naturally found in forest, but has become common in urban areas near small pockets of trees. The Common Wolf Snake is often found inside homes, where it preys on geckos and small rodents.
Contribution to the ecosystem:The Common Wolf Snake helps control lizard populations, especially geckos and skinks. It also feeds on frogs, small mice and baby rats in the home. This snake is eaten by larger snakes and monitors.
Danger to humans:This small snake is completely harmless to humans.
Thank you, everyone, for all your help.
Source: http://myanimalcare.org/2013/03/23/its-a-non-venomous-wolf-snake/
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