Man catches rattlesnake with bare hands, viral video sparks outrage

Many people have an innate fear of snakes, and few are fascinated enough to keep them as pets. However, most people choose to maintain a safe distance from these reptiles. With this in mind, a video is currently circulating online challenging those who are afraid of snakes.

A man is seen handling a giant western diamondback rattlesnake with his bare hands in a shocking video. The video sparked mixed reactions from social media users, with many expressing both surprise and skepticism.

The now-viral video was posted on Instagram by Nick the Wrangler, a celebrity wildlife lover whose bio highlights his goal: “To inspire and be a voice for our animals!” The clip has garnered over 4,000,000 views and numerous reactions.

In the video, the content creator fearlessly approaches the giant rattlesnake, expertly grabbing its tail and lifting the venomous creature into the air. His calm demeanor in the face of danger is enough to give anyone goosebumps.

Reaction on social media

For the majority, this scenario is a nightmare come true. However, Wrangler appears completely comfortable while handling the snake, leading many viewers to wonder about his state of mind.

One user said: “Apparently Rattler had his temper under control and decided not to send you to the hospital.“It definitely had you within its attack range, but it chose not to bite you in a place where you didn't actually want to be bitten,” he further added.

Another wrote: “The man looked like he could have thrown a punch if he wanted to. What makes them shoot and what makes them not shoot?”

A third user wrote: “I can't believe he just did that.” A fourth user commented: “He must have nerves of steel. I wouldn’t go near that thing.”

Meanwhile, tThis is not the first time that the nature lover has amazed viewers with his boldness in handling reptiles. In a separate video, he is seen handling a 12-foot king cobra, even kissing the snake's head before posing for a photo with it.