Anaconda lunges at snake handler multiple times. Video goes viral with 49 million views

The viral video of an anaconda lunging at a snake handler was posted on Instagram.

Published on: Nov 11, 2022, 15:27:07 IST

By Trisha Sengupta

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If you regularly follow snake wrangler Nick on Instagram, you may be aware of the different kinds of videos that he shares which show him handling various species of snakes. Just like this video that shows him handling an anaconda. The video, equal parts fascinating and scary, shows the snake lunging at him multiple times.

The image, taken from the viral Instagram video, shows the snake handler with the anaconda. (Instagram/@nickthewrangler)

“Cowboying it up with a naughty ANACONDA!,” he posted and shared the video. The video opens to show the snake wrapped around one of his arms.

Watch the video to see how he handles the reptile:

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The video was shared a month ago. Since being posted, the clip has gone massively viral. Till now, the video has accumulated more than 49 million views and the numbers are only increasing. The share has also received tons of comments from people. While some shared that the video left them scared, a few also argued that the snakes shouldn’t be caged and should be released into the wild.

“Instant laughter. Lol your ‘ooooh’ when she strikes is too much,” wrote an Instagram user. “Not gonna lie bro, I would have dropped it and ran,” expressed another. “Put her back in the Amazon please. She’s not a toy for your amusement,” argued a third.

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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