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Really fair reaction, Kevin. I really appreciate your thoughtful and respectful analysis of this potentially inflammatory issue. I was just talking to people about this topic today at the expo. Free handling hots like cobras is awesome, but it won't end well.
I love your channel Clint
Collaboration with Kevin when? Think it'd be cool for you guys to go over something like the history of BP morphs (even though I'm not a fan of them) or something like that. You guys both are fine examples of what our community is. Keep up the awesome content!
Clint's Reptiles when is your Red Blood Python video coming up? I'M INTERESTED in purchasing a captive bred and born baby normal Red Blood Python. I also love NERD's videos on Red Bloods.
Clint really appreciating you leaving this comment - donny
I am your biggest fan!
Really respect this guy for caring more about his animals and the hobby than he does subscriber's, likes and his ego.
Barry Ziegler Or rather his art and genetics. He does breed hybrids and neurologically disordered snakes. But alas
Arnica Moana yea really stop acting like the guy doesn’t use them to make money. At least we know Tyler and those guys do it as a business and understand they need to make videos people want to watch. Nobody is going to watch a 10-15m video of a Boa no matter how beautiful the snake is.
@@marcuslarwa9098 I would watch a 14 - 30 minutes video of a beautiful normal Reticulated Python or a Costa Rica Boa constrictor.
@@marcuslarwa9098 really ?
I agree he is a great guy and he said it right he keeps them responsible and make sure he is safe and they are safe.
THIS. THIS IS WHY I RESPECT KEVIN. Better to be boring rather than being “sensational” and stupid. It’s just... you see so many of these people who claim to respect and care for their animals but then they turn around and pull off dramatic stunts, terrorize those same animals, and create “tense” situations just for views and click bait. It’s frustrating to see so I find Kevin’s “boring” content waaaay more enjoyable and wholesome because you can tell he ACTUALLY cares.
Agree 💯
I concur. @@82566
This guy makes being responsible seem really cool. I'm sure he's a cool dad.
I was trying to find a way to describe it. That’s it. He makes responsibility look cool.
...As long as you don't talk or make noise when he's trying to work with his ornery tokay geckos... lol
James Andrews o
@Blake839 I'm sure you probably taste good and would make a nice lamp shade. Doesn't mean you're a waste of time or any other animal.
Yeah I’m pretty sure he doesn’t have any kids 😂
Steve Irwin is a perfect example of how quickly and how tragicly an accident can happen. One of the great treasures of our time . A ambassador unequeld in the beauty and stewardship of Animals , lost to us and the generations to follow.
He was killed by a ray ... whats this have to do with free handling hots?
@@shawnboston136 he was dangerously close to a venomous creature, ignored the warning signs got jabbed, not really any different.
@@rissole799 that isn't actually true, based on the footage it was an accident - not him ignoring the animal
Steve irwin failed his death like many celebs that will be reapereing soonish don't worry...but even if he was dead...technology to bring them back is about to be released soon anyway...so don't fret.
@@rissole799 the stingray has no venom, he died because it pierced his heart. Dies from bleeding to death.
Watching this feels like having my dad sit me down for a talk about how he loves me, but he's worried about some of my recent decisions. It's actually pretty heartwarming.
This comment is everything. 😂💕
You're not "boring." You're informative.
Your videos fit a broader target audience. People who don't know if they want a reptile as a pet. Majority of us won't be gertting a dangerous animal as a pet.
Keep up the awesome work!
I can respect this man and his snakes. I hate free handling I feel like it’s a great way to get bit, I don’t find those handlers fearless I call them stupid. I’ll support this channel 100%
Lol yeah leave them in a 1 ft by 2 ft enclosure for their life with no enrichment.. just because you don't do something doesn't make it wrong the wrong way to do things 😂
I would rather watch Kevin just talking, EDUCATING, and gently interacting with the gaboon than someone waving a venomous around (not directed at Tyler.) Quality, responsibility, and maturity counts. 🔟/🔟
Well said.
100% TRUTH
Maturity hahaha - 🎥Donny Rapture🎬 - My IG - bit.ly/2lVu5WG
Josette Taylor agree like Tyler actually know him a little bit have met him gotten some tattoos in his shop. But is a little loose with the handling of the venomous reptiles so regularly it’s not a matter of if it’s when it happens and it will again if he does it SO often I think he should think a little bit more of the venomous reptile community, opposed to his channel and personal excitement. I due believe this hobby will abruptly end of it continues especially people taking it the wrong way and using an excuse like children. And saying look children are going to copy. Which I can say will shut it down and I don’t want to lose my collection.
Tyler made a mistake shi happends
I love that the star of this video isn't the gorgeous venomous snake you're dealing with, but the absolute ham in the tank beside you going all out to draw some attention to himself
Mad respect. The fact that you restrain yourself is more impressive than free handling.
No, it isn’t.
@@VishusVenom Womp Womp. You're not cool
@@ZigZag-wr4sc Says a smooth brained limp D that uses “womp womp” in RUclips comments and thinks being a scared little B is somehow cool or brave.
Kevin is one of, if not THE, best advocate for the community snake keepers, in the country. Keep up the great work Kevin, thank you for what you do.
Showing respect to that beautiful animal is not boring. Keep doing what you are doing.
The voice of reason! Ive been handling venomous 45 years plus and Im more convinced today then yesterday that free handleing is simply not necessary ever.
me, comfortably holding my corn snake while watching this.
...I think I'll stick with non venomous, thanks.
Better to make a rare mistake with corn snake than a gaboon.
I love corn snakes, they are precious.
I don't see the point in having a highly venomous snake .. as a 'pet'.
That was a beautiful gaboon viper, that’s one of them snakes you wish wasn’t venomous so you could hold it like you would a ball python. Beautiful but deadly
There's one at the closest zoo and... video doesn't do them justice, it's an utterly breathtaking species. If they weren't hot, I'd have 3 by now even if I had to literally, and very illegally, sell one of my kidneys to do it
Like some women and men 😂😂
@@stephanies9689 They really are pretty. Their placid behavior can really draw you into a false sense of security.
U can tell about 4 min in the video this guy was hard as a rock holding that snake 🐍
Cant you defang them?
The python behind you wants to come out and play
He's got two snakes glass dancing back there lmao
Want his attention to open up those enclosures
Freehandling is just really douchey. Yeah, I did it several times in my youth, and the cool factor lasts a few minutes, but beyond that, it's just for showing off.
perhaps, I'd have been extra cool with the obligatory tatts, and piercings, I don't know. 40+ years of Herpetology with no bites, beats looking cool for a few minutes, any day.
Yeah to each his own with a comment. I watch Tylers videos every time he posts one. I could care less about his tats and ear things, and I appreciate his taking care of his animals....all of them. His other chill out videos on his channel are pretty awesome too. Too nit pick someone providing education and entertainment for many, about the way they look, talk etc. is not only douchey, they are,as I see it the top of the douche bag list. And as for not getting bitten so far...................good for you champ.
@Joshua Jason Karl Nah I'm way to old to get butt hurt, with the exception of roids. I like to repel, from rocky cliffs near my farm. Is that douchey? To each his own I say. I enjoy watching the dude handle the hot ones. He lives a cool life that's entertaining to me. Big boy toys, and at times dam good looking women. So what if he wants to show off his life, and get paid for it. How cool is that?. You were the one butt hurt about him showing off etc, commented about it and I replied.
I mean when it’s my time to go I want to free handle. Just to give as much live and affection to the sweeties.
@@serpentinewolf7085 if you had ever been bitten by a venomous snake you would definitely not say that! When the venom starts poisoning your body, the pain is horrific. When you can’t breath and you can feel everything shutting down, blood starts just leaving your body through your itinerary and you can feel that things are bleeding inside because your organs are shutting down and bleeding. It’s horrific, definitely not a way to ever go. It’s painful and traumatic and slow. And yes. I know this personally. I’ve been bitten by a tiger snake and I lived to tell the tale
@@lovinglifewitheli God that sounds terrible.
I owned a “hot” copperhead and she was an absolute sweetheart. I never free handled her. Not out of fear, but because I didn’t want any backlash from the Government. She was an awesome animal, and even my wife was heartbroken when she passed. My brother has a “hot” cottonmouth that is absolutely a placid animal. A bite from any venomous snake can and will ruin your day.
One thing i do know...you got a "HOT" ass momma and she performs well....show it to ya before the GULP
Actually, it can ruin all the ones you might have had if you did not get bit.
I don't understand having them as pets when they're confined to a tiny cage. 2nd, while not highly toxic as bite from either can kill pets or a person if it got out. But that's your choice.
Or even if something like better or a cottonmouth would’ve bite you chances of death are still extremely slim.
Why u say hot 🤣
I'm always amazed by how beautiful Gaboon Vipers are. They are definitely one of Mother Natures finest works of art. I'm not even into snakes , but I know beautiful when I see it.
I don’t know how people can say “mother nature’s” art.. you are acknowledging something this amazing had to be created, without giving the creator credit 😂
@@CHloE748 , It's just a figure of speech. Evolution through natural selection is the process by which it happens. As far as "a creator" , none of those god myths is any more than superstition and an attempt to explain what at the time humans didn't know or understand. Of course there were more uses for them but the origin was just humans attempt to explain the world around them. It got bad when some of them figured out that they could use the ignorance and superstition of their neighbors to amass power and wealth. That continues to this day.
@@CHloE748 They sure are fools.
Deadly too.
I thought so until I saw the other species of bitis
Love how Kevin treats the beautiful Gaboon Viper with care and respect. His discussion of free handling venomous snakes is logical and sensible. One person's chance taking mistake casts a shadow on the community inviting more restrictive laws. Thank you Kevin.
This was a VERY responsible video. Kevin brings up excellent points about not “poking the bear” of possible legislation preventing the possession of venomous snakes in our state. He calmly let the beauty of the animal speak for itself in that respect.
that gaboon vipers markings are unreal! what a absolutely beautiful animal!
Why is Jimmy Neutron handling cobras on RUclips
Hahah I was thinking Buddy from the incredible’s ..lol I want to focus the snake but my ADD keeps me so distracted with the hair.
It's to distract the snake. Snaker charmer hair.
yall need to look up jedward
Isnt free handling sorta like Russian roulette eventually you'll get that 1 in the chamber?
Definitely have to agree with the ego thing, most people I know that handle venomous do it for the rush
Mrs B. There’s a greater margin of error there with venomous snakes than there is for driving cars or flying planes. Not to mention you’re not the only party involved in freehandling- there’s another living animal on the other end that doesn’t necessarily appreciate it most of the time.
@@joshr7505 i have been free handling in the woods off cam in front of no one for 30+ years never been bit and my ego is just fine
@@SlenderTroll its actually worse a greater margin of error with driving cars if you add the drunk drivers the texting drivers and the dope drivers and the rare but not out of the norm sex while driving all leading to lots more deaths then free handling
Edward Tyndall You’re comparing something universally done by most people on the planet to something done by very few. First false equivalency error. Secondly, if you’re not driving like an absolute invalid you have more control to avoid those incidences, also considering the time of day you drive.
Very diplomatic and I 100% agree. We have a responsibility to represent ourselves and our hobby in a positive manner. It's also vital to remember that there are always consequences for our actions
i love how kevin handles this. the responsibility this man has makes him so admirable.
Where are all the smart men like Kevin kept?! Kevin, you are a brilliant example of excellent animal husbandry! So much love and respect!
Snakes are my greatest fear but subscribing to this channel was the best choice I ever made! Came here from the Reptile Channel video (great work btw) and now I can't stop watching! There's so much to learn, slowly understanding and appreciating them as animals has been a great, keep at it. Channels like yours make a difference :)
Caitlin H this is great to hear!!!! Thank you for that. Nice to hear you are learning and enjoying ...... opening your mind!!!
One awesome point. Owning reptiles is a "privilege". Great reminder of that.
good reminder before I get a snake myself. I like this, it will stick with me.
If you don't know that owning an animal is a privilege you shouldn't own any pet at all.
Handling venomous reptiles is like handling a gun. It's always loaded, ready to go off, even when you know it isn't. Always be strict with safety procedure, the first time and the thousandth time.
A gun that has its own will to shoot
My gun is way safer.. bc guns don't act on their own
😊
Not all guns are always loaded.
Mine are... 😬
He said "ace Ventura here is a video all in himself" 😂😂😂
I’m here to be educated about reptiles I love that there are no gimmicks here. I guess I’m just boring but you guys thoroughly entertain me and feed my quest for knowledge of animals. I would love to jam with Kevin lol
I agree, I don't think gaining knowledge is "boring".
Hey bud. I just need you to know I enjoy ripping on Kevin. By no means do I not see a value in what Kevin is doing in these videos - 🎥Donny Rapture🎬 - My IG - bit.ly/2lVu5WG
Free handling hots? No, simply, but it isn’t black and white. This is, of course, a personal choice. I’d say allow that personal choice. But I am almost completely anti-filming it unless for educational purposes. Don’t encourage your reckless choices, don’t make us look bad, and don’t endanger others’ potential to be licensed/renewed.
Agreed, that’s why it took Tyler a few years to post the video of him getting bit, because he didn’t want it to be a news headline that affects the venomous laws.
@Josh R Actually, I have been told by many King Cobra keepers (and keepers of other, less handled species, like the Gaboon Viper) that free handling can be preferable to hook handling, as a big, heavy snake leaning on such a small, hard bar can cause broken ribs, and in turn cause the animal to lash much more violently. Many species of snakes in general can potentially be harmed by the pressure point of a hook. Educating on proper free handling can be beneficial to both keepers and animals. Even if the prior situation wasn’t so, there should still be education on how to do it properly so morons who *really, really* want to do it and are going to do it anyway will at least do it correctly. Please don’t be so quick to say something like that. :>
Josh R Also, was this video about free handling venomous reptiles, featuring free handling of venomous reptiles, not educational to some capacity?
@@arnicamoana7861 Why they have broader headed hooks for the heavier bodied snakes.
@Charles Doyle This is true, but the hook still is not nearly as gentle nor as dextrous as a hand.
You''re a really easy person to like. You're very relaxed, chill, calm, speak clearly, educated, thoughtful. I admire you! Huge fan now, so I guess I've gotta watch more videos to support :)
I watched a Tylor video yesterday he removed a blue viper baby from inside the cage while the parents were inside!! He removed the glass and left it wide open for a good 10-15 mins both glass pieces removed and sitting on the floor. I just could not believe it! I know he loves his animals but he needs to show viewers safety first!!
Kevin you are the perfect example of a snake keeper. You being responsible is how EVERYONE should act. Even though you didn't want to point it out. Tyler was not reading the snake at all, throwing it around. I'm not saying he doesn't know how to read them or doubting his skillset as you put it. But on that particular video. It was not reading the snake at all. I agreed with every word you said in this video. You are a great example. The stuff you said about steve almost made tears. I didn't know him personally like you but, what a great man. As are you.
Thos is one of the biggest reasons I love your channel . I'm not a fan of snakes, spiders, creepy things that are venomous especially..
But I love nature and feel everything has it place in nature. I go out of my way to avoid them.
And especially to avoid harming or killing them. Your channel is so educational in a great positive way.
I'm less interested in seeing the snakes eat and really interested in seeing the snake so relaxed it's yawning. You know how rare a snake yawn is to see? I LOVE seeing these calm snake videos! Also super funny seeing the Lilith video knowing Kevin now owns that snake LUL
Gaboon vipers are my most favourite snakes. Saw a documentary probably 25 years ago where they were looking for them and the dude was literally stood about a foot away from 1 and didn't see it, the camo was so good, since then I've loved them ❤
The Pythons behind Kevin- "I see skinny tails...are those food? I think that is food in the food giver's hand. Hey, food giver!"
Yet another great piece of educational content added for the masses! Love the video. I’ll take a NERD video about reptiles, over click bait any day. The next generation of reptile keepers need this level of explanation with the whys and the whatnots. Thumbs up for sharing your knowledge with the world.
You absolutely nailed all my thoughts on Tyler and the Naga situ. I’ve watched that particular video about 4 times, it was a perfect storm for him to get nailed from that cobra, if he was the professional he says he is, why did it happen?? New sub, you talk complete sense.
Yeh been a bit since I watched that video but I think that snake was about to b or was in shed and watching all these videos, I’ve even learned they r cranky at that time and they should b left alone to chill during that time. I was surprised Tom was willing to let his snake b handled like that too. I just remember thinking that as I watched it happen. Tom was standing there and u could tell by the cobras movements, it was very worked up. I just think if u care about ur animals u wouldn’t wanna put them under extra stress at a time like that. I do like both of them. Just thought that was a bad judgement call and I think they felt that way too after all that happened
Wow that gaboon viper is such a sweet heart. I agree 100%, people need to be responsible.
I read the title of the video and my first thought was: "Does this really need explaining?"
Amen sir. My full response to come.
Lol ikr?
You never hear someone say "I only free handle without cameras around".
What bothers me most is when some of the people that free handle speak about antivenom shortages around the world... Well, every bite from free-handling is taking away from a person who was envenomated by accident or in the field. Hopefully with how many people post about it, people stop caring about and it dies down.** since people think I’m going after Tyler on this... let me clarify. I have a close friend that works in the venom production industry, I hear about all the bites he consults on, and know how many have been related to free handling. The main issue is gaboons. People love holding gaboons.
Further, seeing as my brother free-handles and I tell him I hate it and it’s unnecessary, I would gladly tell my brothers friend the same thing, or Tyler. Because while the doctors were telling his girlfriend and my brother that they have him under control, I was hearing it direct from people being consulted, how bad he was actually doing.
In a similar vein to hearing them talk about antivenom shortages it kind of annoys me when you hear them talk about the dangers of free-handling whilst doing just that. With respect to Tyler I tend to avoid his free-handling and venomous videos because I just end up thinking what exactly will it take for you to learn that it is unnecessary? You've already been bitten once and lost 2/3 of your finger, what is next? As Kevin said it's just a matter of time before that accident happens (whether that's through mishandling through poor knowledge or whether it is a random freak accident) and next time it could mean his life. Is an ego boost from idiots online really worth that?
Littlewings - exactly!
Suzi Davis well said
He is an intensely selfish person to do that.
Well said!!
As an Aussie, Steve Irwin will always be missed 🙏
👍
My childhood hero right there.
Yes and he had respect - he would not have imprisoned them in boxes for entertainment
I think that you’re spot on with this. I don’t think anyone pays attention to the “do not try this at home” disclaimers.
I don't freehandle venomous snakes because I'M NOT COMPLETELY FREAKING NUTS!
Man Kevin you always amaze me every time I hear you talk. Thank you for being a wonderful leader in the world of reptiles.
I love the gaboon viper she’s so curious she definitely seems to be a lot more curious than a lot of other pit vipers I’ve seen it shows how talented Kevin is at handling these animals that she clearly trusts him not to hurt her.
Hi, Retha from South Africa.. I respect you so much for speaking out and agree 100%....people should show more respect to animals venomous or not and in so doing not jeopardizing responsible people's opportunities...great stuff
^5 Retha, nice to see another SA'er here :D
Kevin McCurley is the god of the reptile industry. The dude cares about his animals and shows it in his videos every time. I love watching his videos and I learn so much more from him than anyone else!!!
we really appreciate you sitting down and watching the video my dude - 🎥Donny Rapture🎬 - My IG - bit.ly/2lVu5WG
The biggest thing about Kevin is he dont just talk the talk he walks the walk from being vegan to the way he socializes his monitors and retics and anacondas from birth till they go to their new homes.
Definitely spend some time educating people on respectful venomous handling. I watched Chandler because I really just love snakes, and learning about them. Tyler I follow for so many reasons. I think him showing the video and showing that mistakes can happen was great.
Steve’s baby now runs the zoo, he’s that old now. Just like his dad.
Man I live somewhere I can't even own a retic because of one irresponsible petshop owner (and a horrible tragedy)
It takes one bad incident for law makers to decide that you can't keep certain reptiles anymore
As a reptile keeper, venomous or not, it's your job to represent your community well because people are terrified of reptiles and they're looking for a reason to ban them. Don't give them one.
What happened?
@@guillermo218883 a couple of kids got constricted and killed by a large python (African rock python) that escaped from a petshop bellow an apartment
So they made them illegal to own coast to coast without a permit and getting a permit for a private collection is almost impossible (depending on the province, I've heard BC isn't that hard and they'll give you a permit if you can prove you have a proper sized/locking enclosure but most provinces only give permits to zoos)
It was a tragedy for both the family/friends of the children and reptile owners coast to coast. Even though the government offered a grandfather program for any snakes already owned in the country, a lot of cops took it upon themselves to confiscate and euthanize them. My uncle had this big ol' rock python (that's where my love of large snakes came from lol) and she got confiscated and euthanized.
When I say they're looking for an excuse to ban exotic animals, I mean it.
I myself belive usa will be littered with all different reaptiles people will relsese in the wild then there will be a ban and its to late for nay bans to be effective . Boas are just the first snakes and there will be more -How many snakes got freed in hurricane Kathrina -does anyone know about"exotic snakes found-maye a first sign of this trend
Great vid Donny and very well said, Kevin. I love Tom and Stacy, and I've had my eye on Tyler and Chandler for a while now. They're both great young men. While I appreciate their need to have a personal choice and absolutely agree with that need, I think everyone who owns a reptile, hot or not, needs to make the unselfish decision to think about the bigger picture and share responsibility with everyone else in regard to public perception. The powers that be sah we are privileged to be the caretakers for these animals. In essence, that means We can easily lose that privilege if each of us doesn't do our part. Its not right or fair that others dictate what we do in our own homes or facilities, but it is what it is. Good decisions and good stewardship are the only things that enable people like Kevin and USARK to fight for us. Yep, its boring. It doesnt get views or create great content, but its taking the big picture into consideration always.
Well done guys!
WikkidVyxen thank you very much.
Tyler comes off to me as extremely lucky. He's used to things going very well for him. At the same time, he has a passion and a working knowledge of that passion. Sometimes it reads like arrogance and entitlement. Other times, he seems like a kid in a candy store.
Chandler is a different kind of person. He has this wildness inside that really reminds me of Steve Irwin. He loves to please the crowd but he's extremely eager to give back to the environment. I'd argue that Chandler is more careful than Tyler, and that's why Tyler rarely handles king cobras.
I feel like I can't give Tyler enough credit, but then I can't stress enough that his luck might some day run out.
Then there's Dingo... I have very mixed feelings toward Dingo.
Thank you for trying to teach people how to intelligently handle animals. Most injury’s are created by the person not the animal or reptiles.
Ace Ventura and Leo DiCaprio had a baby , you're here and there's nothing to fear...... Titanic 🤣
Zero arrogance, reasonable, logical and very clear and straight forward.
Respect . 🙏
I love your back ground snakes climbing around its like they wanna be in the picture hahaha
This was an amazing video, I was on edge the whole time that the gaboon viper was out. I'm not a huge fan of venomous animals, but I definitely do appreciate them. They are gorgeous animals that absolutely need to be respected. Awesome job guys!!!
Love the knowledge you put out love how you respect the reptiles and talk about the doos and donts of handling venomous snakes
To answer the question the reason why you should be able to free handle venomous snakes is not only to get them comfortable with you but if you have to treat them for any reason; which is part of the husbandry of caring for an animal. Same goes for anyone in the animal community or the care of animals period; cat bites 95% cause infection in the joints of the fingers which can cause serious damage but yet millions of people have them. While I get a snake bite will kill you faster than an infection from a cat bite I think there's a time and a place for free handling and it shouldn't just be willy nilly as a "look what I can do." As a vet tech I can't tell you how many times I've had close encounters with almost getting bit but if you listen to the animals, know animal behaviors, and know what you're doing you can avoid a good majority of bites. I've always enjoyed your videos keep up the good work.
I could watch this all day - What a gorgeous snake!! I have so much respect for your argument Kevin, and I absolutely agree with the message you are trying to convey - These animals are so beautiful, and honestly I would still watch them through the glass of a cage in every video - I actually feel mostly uncomfortable seeing anyone free handle venemous!! Thank you once again for taking the time to educate and explain your viewpoint - Hopefully your message will circulate and have a positive impact on other handlers!! ❤ #NERD4LIFE 😆
So much respect for you, it can be very hard to see past ourselves. Very well done.
Steve properly holds his baby while Michael literally looks like he's gonna drop Blanket.
Keven youre a pro. The idea of fan boys seeing you do it and then them thinking they can do it is nuts! Example....my neighbor, married with two small kids, in his 30s brought his monitor lizard outside in its aquarium last summer. He left it in the yard. Distracted, doing other stuff, who knows. All I know is two days later I cant leave my house because there is a very large lizard hanging onto my screen door, just basking in the morning sun. I screamed my head off. It was blocking the exit from my house. My screams woke my neighbor who said very surprised "OHHHH THATS WHERE HE WENT". The guy had taken it outside and forgotten about it. He actually accused me of opening up the aquarium and letting it go. When he moved I saw all kinds of very large habitat cases used for animals. His house must have been full. However alot of them were left on the curb because the animal died. Im glad hes gone. Hes no Keven!
Would love to see Kevin's collection of venomous, completely agree on the free handling side of things and so much respect for putting the animals welfare and the hobby first before using them for more views. There's way too many videos of free handling out that are nothing but shocking to watch
Notice how the channels that handle venomous snakes get 100k subs in a month or two. While other animal based channels take at least a year for that many subs.. It's a shame, in my opinion.
cause the name of the titles and youtube's algorithm
I have personally subscribed to a couple...”less seasoned” hot keepers just so I can get that “OMG VENOMOUS BITE!!! Amputation??” Clickbait title.
Some people just want to watch the world burn
I enjoy watching Kevin for his medical knowledge and the respect he has for the animals. I have watched the free handlers, and I always end with saying that they are fools.
I worked with snakes, had a lot of respect for them, and had no problem. Others would get bit from the same non-ven.
Thank you for holding your ground and not handing them. You can tell your experience just by that!
Kevin, you're so much like Steve Irwin. That calm, confident, attentive body language that comes through whether you're handling snakes or not reminds me so much of him. He's one of a handful of people whose loss absolutely broke my heart, the other two being dearly beloved relatives, and it's deeply heartwarming to see someone so much like him in those key ways.
I just remembered watching as a kid Steve Irwin screeming all the time at the camera while touching these animals and making a point explaining how those animals don't like being handled and dislike loud noises. So right then and there even as a kid I was like... He'll eventually die doing this shit and I won't be even sorry. It was so cringy.
@@JustLIkerapunzel If you think that's screaming, I have no idea how you cope with life on a daily basis.
Steve Irwin clearly was never calm I’m surprised he lasted as long as he did, his constant exclamation was annoying
Watching freehandling videos I have come to the conclusion that most go in expecting to look like Steve Irwin, but instead come out looking like Jackass.
He is the legend of reptile educating ❤️ I’ll never forget the day he died- where I was. Just wrong place and wrong time 🙏🏻
What about the videos where the person and snake are just chilling and relaxing together?
Such a level headed argument. Kevin transpires such love and pasión for this animals. And he is so knowledgeble. Much love from México 🇲🇽.
I would not free handle any Venomous snake ever after I was bitten by a tiger snake (in the wild in australia) when I was at a road house/ caravan park. I never once saw the snake all we can think it was in a pot plant and jumped out. It was 15 years ago and I am still suffering side effects. The bite itself isn’t really painful, but the chronic pain and chronic fatigue I now suffer daily is horrific. I was very very lucky not to die, as I could not have anti-venom ;they didn’t have the one I needed available and even if they flew it in from another hospital. They felt it would cause anaphylaxis as it had been more then hours since I was bitten when they finally made a plan of action at the hospital. I have grown up owning non venomous snakes and had the odd bite and I was bitten by a rather small brown snake when I was 11 which luckily only made me sick which is what doctors have credited as actually saving me though I have been warned that now I may actually have an anaphylactic reaction to any snake bite now. It’s just not worth the risk
Currently going through seeking my own license here in the UK.. Your video was really good at really putting into perspective the care and attention that is really required. Thank you
Heck yeah, feed a king cobra! That sounds great, and I’d love to see where NERD gets its feeder snakes from.
Allot of them are caught in florida. Because they're invasive there.
Incredibly smart man! Love ya Kevin an everyone at the nerd empire ❤️❤️❤️
Could anyone else listen to Kevin talk about snakes all day? Learn so much from him. On another note....totally love Gabbys. Gotta be 1 of my fav venomous snakes
I've only seen one or two of your videos but your love and respect for the animals shows. You're a very sensible and personable dude, keep doing what you're doing dude, it's great work.
Forever a fan of your knowledge and Donny's commentary
I love how boring you guys are!! But seriously your content is awesome and so informative! I love how responsible you are and how much love you have for your animals and your community.
Never a dull moment with these guys ;)
When he talks about Steve Irwin, he fails to mention that Steve was stung by a ray that was buried in the sand. Steve never even knew it was there.
I didnt think i would make it through the whole 25 min video but the way Kevin talks and explains makes a 25 minute video seem lile 5 minutes. This Dude is awesome bro, new subscriber here!
Next video this guy makes; "Why I don't play Russian Roulette..ANYMORE -"
I wish I could work for this man in his facility with his animals and learn a fraction of the knowledge this man has on reptile husbandry.
Perfectly said. I especially liked the analogy of driving a car super fast. You might know what you’re doing, but over time you’re more and more likely to have an accident.
I’m so glad I found this channel it has my favorite things snakes and learning more about them ❤️
I love nerd but your right i started watching chandler and Tyler's channel because of there venomous reptiles but i watch every nerd video because Kevin is so smart.
Ditto
Re: your "boring" point... professionalism usually is "boring" to watch. Keep it up!
@14:48 idk about you but when that bite happened I got so spooked. Holy shit, I think I would legit never want to be anywhere near any snake I would be scared out of my kind.
I love watching the THICC snakes dance in the background
Chandler got a shoutout from Kevin . Well damn nerd do you ship to the Caribbean 👀👀
These comments pointing fingers Tyler's way are part of the reason Tyler didn't want to release his bite video as it would come off as sensationalism. It wasn't released for that, it was for awareness and teaching respect for venemous animals. So before some of you yt comment warriors get on your soap box, watch some of Tyler, Chandler or Will Nace's videos and see how passionate and respectful they are for these animals. It's a different way than NERD shows their animals but respectful all the same. I started watching viperkeeper who is a wealth of information but can honestly be as entertaining as watching old people f*€!, to NERD, the young boys in Florida and even non venemous with Camp Kenan and Brian Barczyk. Different avenues of learning isn't a bad thing if it's respectful. Kevin in this video wasn't calling anyone out. He has his method of handling that fits in his comfort zone and keeps everything safe as do the other keepers. Just make sure before you comment that you aren't being biased and have enough knowledge on another handler before you attempt to vilify them.
Dick Wolf Why oh why would it be sensationalism ? He just looked over-confident and playing to the camera and naive. Why the fuck would he handle a cobra in shed ?? Wanted to be the man in front of the older, more experienced herper ? He was showponying and looked stupid when he got tagged because he made some basic mistakes.
Hardly sensationsal ... more like embarrassing for him. It speaks more to your mindset that you would view a snakebite clip and package it as sensational ( Tyler still clickbaited those views by sensationalising anyway ffs) ...
What a beautiful snake, gaboons are my absolute favorite snake species! Their camouflage is absolutely insane, and I just find it insanely beautiful to see something so perfectly designed to blend into it's native habitat. I have also heard 90% of bites in the wild are from people stepping on them because it's just so easy to miss them in the leaf litter and step in the wrong spot. But I have heard also that even when they do get stepped on they're still hesitant to bite and a lot of the times they do it's a dry bite. Which is just amazing to me, if a snake ever felt a need to defend itself getting stepped on would be one of those times! They're just that laid back of an animal.
Still though you are 100% right, it is so important to treat them with respect and follow safety protocols, because all it takes is one single mistake. One misread, or the snake having a moody day or being suddenly startled by something unexpected and you'll be in the hospital fighting for your life. As tempting as it is, IMO it's just simply not worth the risk.
Personally, I'll never own venomous because I'm clumsy as all hell. I freely admit that if I owned something venomous even if I did everything right one day I'd probably trip over my own feet and fall on top of the poor snake earning me a bite (which would be 100% my fault since I scared the hell out of the poor animal in the process). The hottest thing I'd consider owning would be a false water cobra (can make your hand swell up pretty good from what I've seen of bites), and that's only if I ever find the space to keep a false water cobra. Not a threat to my life unless I happen to be allergic, which I really hope I'm not.
I have watched Tyler Nolan for a long time. I just found this channel and am loving it too. I have so much respect for the way you all handle reptiles and snakes.
Your viper is absolutely Gorgeous!!
Basically this entire video:
FIGHT THE URGE TO HOLD THE DANGER NOODLE
THINK OF THE BIGGER PICTURE
I love it
That is one of the most beautiful snakes I have ever seen. I do NOT find this boring in the least bit. I know they are highly venomous, and I love that you are promoting safe handling. Not everyone is you. You probably can and do free hand off camera. But YOU’RE DOING IT RIGHT! Those other people were just lucky, but luck runs out. I am glad Tyler lived to tell about his bite. And I STILL miss Steve Irwin. I follow both Bindi and Robert on Instagram and I’m so sorry Steve isn’t here. He’s about to be a grandpa, and he’s missing it. :(
As I watched a young man on another channel handle an enormous king cobra I was thinking to myself what happens to all these animals if something happens to him. If he gets bit things will go horrible for him & the domino effect it'll have on the animals that depend on him will be great as well. I know there's a little more money to be made by showing the free handling which in turn helps take care of the animals but the big question we must ask ourself is at what cost.
Idk about anyone else but I for one would still happily watch a handler that's using good protection gloves .
Of course a few viewers might stop watching because they're just waiting for that deadly bite but better to lose a few viewers than lose your life & ability to care for the animals that depend on you.
Im a first time venomous keeper and my first species is a beaded lizard. The community of keepers are on both extremes. Even with my limited experience ive found it was easier and safer to free handle with no gloves and it always came down to what kevin and tom say of letting the animals behaviour dictate the actions