“I Have Just 1 Question, Why?”: Man Gets Bit by Venomous Snake in the Neck, Video Goes Viral
- A content creator known for his dangerous snake-handling videos shocked viewers when he allowed a gold-ringed cat snake to bite and cling to his neck
- The Asian man, who regularly posts content featuring snakes and other venomous creatures, appeared to deliberately let the snake attack him without attempting to remove it immediately
- The painful encounter intensified when one of the snake's fangs lost its grip, causing the reptile to twist and turn while still attached by its other fang
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A daring snake handler left social media users bewildered after sharing footage of a venomous snake attack on his own body.
Content creator @jejaksiaden, who regularly posts videos featuring dangerous reptiles and other venomous creatures, uploaded a clip showing himself being bitten by a gold-ringed cat snake (Boiga dendrophila). The snake latched onto his neck with its fangs, but the man did not attempt to remove it.
The situation became more painful when one of the snake's fangs lost its grip, causing the reptile to dangle by a single fang, twisting and turning. This caused the man significant pain as he eventually went down and attempted to loosen the snake's grip on his neck.
Watch the Instagram reel here.
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The dangerous gold-ringed cat snake
The gold-ringed cat snake, also called the mangrove snake, is one of the largest cat snake species, reaching lengths of 2.4 to 2.7 metres. It is mildly venomous, with rear fangs that can cause painful bites and intense swelling. While there are no known fatalities from its venom, the species is known for its sometimes aggressive behaviour.
Despite its name, the gold-ringed cat snake is more commonly found in lowland rainforests across Southeast Asia and Indochina rather than mangrove swamps. Its striking black and yellow bands can be confused with the highly venomous banded krait, making identification important.
Snake experts emphasise using proper equipment and caution when handling these snakes. For the general public, the safest approach is to keep a safe distance and call professional snake removal services if one is spotted near homes or urban areas.
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Encountering a venomous snake can be alarming, but staying calm and following these steps can help ensure your safety:
1. Remain calm and avoid provocation
Never attempt to pick up, poke or provoke any snake, even if it appears dead. Some snakes may play dead and can strike if disturbed.
2. Assess the situation
If the snake is nearby, freeze and observe its behaviour. It will likely seek an escape route. If cornered, back away slowly to avoid being perceived as a threat.
3. Move away safely
If you accidentally step on or come very close to a snake, move away quickly to reduce the risk of a bite.
Monitor the snake's behaviour
If the snake rears up and flattens its neck to form a hood, it is displaying aggression and may strike. Exercise extreme caution in such cases.
5. Seek medical attention if bitten
Stay calm, as panic can cause the venom to spread more quickly. If possible, try to identify the snake’s appearance to help medical professionals provide the right treatment. Most importantly, seek immediate medical assistance.
Social media reacts to the dangerous stunt
The comments section was lit with reactions from netizens. Many were puzzled by the snake stunt and expressed concern.
Have a look at some comments below:
@ketia__madlena__rafaelievna questioned the logic:
"I have just 1 question! Why?"
@jeffreynwigweofficial expressed concern:
"WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO YOURSELF BRO 😢?"
@gabrieel_lopes was baffled:
"Are you crazy???😂"
@arifaturoh123 joked about the pain:
"😂😂😂Just assume that the snake bite is like getting pinched by a girl."
@kangsauri couldn't believe the scene:
"I'm so embarrassed to see it😂😂😂"
Here are other features of the gold-ringed cat snake:
| Distinctive colouration | It has a vibrant, yellow or golden ring pattern around its body, often set against a dark, olive or brown background. This gives it a visually striking appearance. |
| Slender body | The gold-ringed cat snake is relatively slender, with a long, elongated body that helps it move quickly through the trees and on the ground. |
| Large eyes | It has large, cat-like eyes with vertical pupils, which are typical of nocturnal animals, allowing it to see well in low-light conditions. |
| Arboreal and terrestrial | While it spends a lot of time in trees, it is also known to be comfortable on the ground. |
| Diet | Its diet consists of a variety of small animals, including rodents, birds, and other reptiles, and it often hunts at night. |
More dangerous snake encounters making headlines
- A jaw-dropping video captured in Zimbabwe shows a curious lion approaching a defensive forest cobra, leading to a dangerous face-to-face confrontation between two deadly predators that did not end well.
- A fearless man left netizens shocked after safely removing a black mamba from a little girl's bedroom in a heart-stopping rescue mission.
- Briefly News also reported on a story of how snakes are among the most feared creatures in the world, but for one brave nine-year-old girl named Nonopha, they are nothing to be afraid of as she demonstrates remarkable confidence while handling them.
Hilary Sekgota, human interest head of desk at Briefly News, contributed to this article.
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