American founder creates snake park in Indian village
Romulus Whitaker, a 27 year old American, runs a snake park near Madras that houses over 200 snakes. Financed largely by the World Wildlife Fund, the park attracts Indian visitors and aims to promote conservation despite psychological and physical harm from venom collection. Whitaker plans to stay in India indefinitely and notes snakes teach adaptability.
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Snake expert Whitaker debunks myths and profits from venom
New York based snake expert Whitaker travels in India teaching locals and visitors about snakes. He claims flute shows fool tourists and that snakes cannot hear music. He milks venom for antitoxins and cites venom use in medicine. He notes cobra and Russell's viper venom have medical applications and that his family background helps him speak multiple local languages.
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