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I had a Curious thought and figured you guys could help me out.
Is there a reason why peple when handling or milking venomous snakes Don't wear latex or nitrile type gloves?
to be clear I do not have or intend to ever do anything with venomous snakes other than watch them on tv or at zoo's.
I have used nitrile gloves when handling squirmy(non venomous) snakes for a better grip and to keep from getting musk and what not on me. just a passing thought , thanks.
On the rare occasion that I've put my hands on a venomous snake, traction has never been a problem. On the VERY rare occasion that I've needed to hold one behind the head, I've wanted as much tactile feedback as I could possibly get. Anything that might interfere with that in the slightest would make me even more nervous...
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