Deadliest Job in America - Snake Milker!

The video explores the Reptile Discovery Center in DeLand, FL, where Carl Barton and his team perform the dangerous task of milking venomous snakes to create anti-venom. The process is crucial for saving lives, despite the risks involved. The video showcases the milking of various snakes, including the Southern Copperhead, Water Moccasin, and Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake, highlighting their venom characteristics and the meticulous handling required. The importance of this work in preventing fatalities from snake bites is emphasized.

What are the three creatures that humans are most afraid of according to the video?

• Wolves, Eagles, and Crocodiles

• Lions, Tigers, and Bears

• Sharks, Spiders, and Snakes

• Bats, Rats, and Owls

What is the primary purpose of milking snakes at the Reptile Discovery Center?

• To train new snake handlers

• To sell snake venom

• To create anti-venom

• To study snake behavior

How many snake bites has Carl experienced in his career?

• 15

• 5

• 20

• 11

What is a notable characteristic of Copperhead venom?

• It is non-toxic

• It causes paralysis

• It is extremely hemolytic

• It is highly neurotoxic

Which snake is known to bite more people in the eastern United States?

• King Cobra

• Coral Snake

• Copperhead

• Rattlesnake

What is the typical habitat of the Water Moccasin mentioned in the video?

• Urban areas

• Mountains

• Forests surrounding DeLand

• Deserts

What makes the Eastern Diamondback particularly dangerous?

• Its speed

• Its ability to swim

• Its size and venom yield

• Its camouflage

What feature helps the Eastern Diamondback detect threats?

• Its sharp eyesight

• Its heat-sensing pit

• Its acute hearing

• Its strong sense of smell

What is the ultimate goal of the work done by Carl and Mara at the center?

• To save lives through anti-venom production

• To entertain visitors

• To conduct venom research for cosmetics

• To breed rare snakes

What should viewers do if they want to learn more about the Reptile Discovery Center?

• Visit the center's website

• Call the center directly

• Read a book about snakes

• Watch a documentary