Just curious how many others have attempted direct handling of wild venomous? I haven't had too many opportunities as of lately to stay in practice, but It's something I use to be quite passionate about. Albiet fairly stupid if practiced without reason, but when used as a powerful statement in a snake conservation lecture it can have dramatic results. Who knows how many snakes have been spared thanks to some of the displays I've done in the past.
Western Diamondback Rattlesnake - Education display in Dallas Texas
Western Cottonmouth - Relocation efforts for local birding sanctuaries big crowds watching and learning to respect, this guy was kept on hook as were the other 20-30 removed over the course of 2 weeks.
Happy after relocation :-)
Western Diamondback - Just a reminder that no matter what level of confidence a handler / educator / or keeper has, always give venomous space and respect. (Photograph is copyrighted to myself)
Cheers
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