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Snake Milking Techniques
20:20 - 22:53 (02:33)
The traditional way to milk venom from a snake involves holding it behind the head and giving a little squeeze to milk the venom glands. Using gloves such as chainmail or Kevlar gloves can make it difficult to feel what is going on, which is crucial in handling and milking snakes.
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Snakes can be dangerous and venomous, but milk from their venom can be used to create life-saving medications, and that’s why there are people out there that make their living milking snakes.
20:20 - 21:45 (01:25)
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Snakes can be dangerous and venomous, but milk from their venom can be used to create life-saving medications, and that’s why there are people out there that make their living milking snakes. These "free handlers" must use their bare hands to milk the snakes to ensure they can feel the snakes and react to their movements.
ChapterSnake Milking Techniques
EpisodeSelects: How Snake Handlers Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
This podcast shares the traditional method of milking venom from snakes which involves holding the snake behind the head, massaging the venom glands, and collecting the venom in a jar through a membrane while also recommending having a partner while doing this.
21:45 - 22:53 (01:07)
Summary
This podcast shares the traditional method of milking venom from snakes which involves holding the snake behind the head, massaging the venom glands, and collecting the venom in a jar through a membrane while also recommending having a partner while doing this.