“Don’t Play With Snakes”: Venomous Snake Bites Wildlife Enthusiast in the Nose, Netizens Concerned

• A wildlife enthusiast shared a clip of himself handling a venomous snake, and it bit him on the nose
• The clip starts with the man in a boat paddling towards a tree, him climbing up it and then trying to find a danger-noodle
• Netizens were worried about the man's safety, but some others pointed out that the reptile wasn't too dangerous

Snakes are not easy to handle if you're careless and generally don't know what to do with them. One wildlife enthusiast had a tough experience with a danger-noodle after it bit him on the nose while handling it.

Made of tough stuff

The clip was shared on the Chandler's Wild Life Facebook account. The profile is filled with videos of the man handling all types of dangerous reptiles. One clip shows the man hanging around some crocodiles while others show him handling even more dangerous-looking snakes than the ones seen in the clip.

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See the video below:

A man dedicated to animals

Chandler has been handling wildlife since his channel began in 2020. He has built up a massive following with his different videos, which on average, generate hundreds and thousands of views on the platform.

After getting the snake down from the tree, the wildlife enthusiast began explaining different aspects of the danger noodle. He seemed to play around with the baby snake for a while, showing how eager it was until it eventually bit him on the face. He then explains that it wasn't such a dangerous incident.

Understanding rear-fanged snakes and their venom

The snake in the incident is classified as a rear-fanged species, meaning its fangs are positioned further back in its mouth rather than at the front. Because of this, it must chew on its prey to inject venom effectively. This unique feature usually results in milder effects on humans since venom delivery isn’t as direct.

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Netizens were concerned about the incident but others thought the man had everything under control.

See the responses below:

Christopher Sieber said:

"They have tiny rear fangs and have to actually chew on you get envenomated... Stop with the clickbait. If you want a bite to face, take it from a front fanged snake."

Daniel Simunek mentioned:

"The next Steve Irwin tragedy in the works."

Leyla Leclair commented:

"Mangroves (boiga in general) is one of my dream snakes to own one day."

Phillip Wasnidge posted:

"Your amazing handling snakes, but you need to be more causes. Love your video's. Sorry about Kevin your King Cobra."

Cody Reyna shared:

"You're the man Chandler! Just be careful brotha."

Indyanna Cat said:

"Can see why he lost a finger, he is careless."

Mike Burchfield mentioned:

"This is why momma said don't play with snakes. You leave them alone and they will leave you alone."

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Safety protocols for handling venomous snakes

In case you run into a snake, it’s important to stay calm and think carefully. First, avoid panicking or making sudden movements, as this could startle the snake. Keep a safe distance and use a long tool, like a hook or pole, to guide it away.

If the snake is indoors, try to confine it to one room and call a professional for assistance. Never attempt to handle venomous snakes unless you're properly trained. Always wear thick gloves and protective clothing when dealing with snakes. Remember, most snakes are not aggressive and will retreat if left undisturbed. Respect the snake’s space, and prioritise your safety and theirs.

More snake stories from Briefly News

• Briefly News previously reported that a man's attempt to show off with a ball python turned into a painful lesson when the snake suddenly lunged and latched onto his nose, causing panic among onlookers.
• A man left the internet deeply stunned after he attempted to attack a massive king cobra that wasn't harming anyone.
• A 12-year-old girl became the talk of town after her courageous act of saving her pet guinea pig from a wild snake's jaws was caught on camera.

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Hilary Sekgota, human interest head of desk at Briefly News, contributed to this article.

Source: Briefly News