Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life of a Snake Wrangler

Reptile Rendezvous Podcast

Ever wondered what a typical day looks like for a snake wrangler? Bruce takes listeners behind the scenes of his daily routine, sharing stories from the field, the challenges he faces, and the rewarding moments that come with working closely with snakes. This episode offers a unique glimpse into the life of someone who has dedicated their career to these fascinating reptiles.

Ever wondered what a typical day looks like for a snake wrangler? Bruce takes listeners behind the scenes of his daily routine, sharing stories from the field, the challenges he faces, and the rewarding moments that come with working closely with snakes. This episode offers a unique glimpse into the life of someone who has dedicated their career to these fascinating reptiles. (00:00) Start

(00:01) Intro

(06:50) What sparked your interest in this field? Was there a "lightbulb moment" for you?

(14:30) Helping injured wild animals

(16:11) You find a snake tangled up in your garden netting - What's the first thing you should do?

(28:00) Let's talk about the dangers of glue traps and why people shouldn't use them

(34:13) There's this idea that snakes chase people. Is there any truth to that, or is it just a scary movie trope?

(38:08) Let's talk about the idea that snakes are aggressive and will attack humans. Is that really the case?

(41:31) What myths and misconceptions do people have about rattlesnakes and their rattles that you'd like to clear up?

(44:06) How do rattlesnakes actually make that iconic rattle sound?

(51:01) Do rattlesnakes ever lose their rattles? If so, what happens then?

(52:41) What are some common misconceptions about snake bites that people should know?

(57:21) How can I tell if the snake that bit my pet was actually venomous or not? And what are the first signs to look for if you think your pet might have been bitten by a snake?

(1:03:00) One of Bruce's team got bitten by a rattlesnake (1:03:52) How do you keep yourself, your family and colleagues safe around venomous snakes?

(1:17:29) What inspired you to start accepting donations for your work instead of charging for it?

(1:20:57) Can you share a moment when someone's donation really made a difference in what you do?

(1:25:30) Viewer questions

(1:53:10) Where can we find you on social media?

(1:57:59) Closing/Bruce losing his father (2:04:29) End