Freehandling aside, the snake looks poorly cared for.

I know everyone is focused on the freehandling....I don't really care about that vs. basic husbandry. But, yes publishing it is questionable.

I would suggest everyone take a look again at the animal. Who would show off an animal in that condition, wile freehanding as a so called tame snake?

When you see someone freehandling, one or more of three things is happening.

1-the snake handler is simple taking a wild-a$$ gamble.

2-the snake has been handled and cared for for a wile and the keeper is taking measured risk to free handle.

3-the animal is a venomoid(i.e. butchered).

http://gallery.pethobbyist.com/data/150748l_e6058244df204b719566e3c1b0c9ab3c-med.jpg

The condition of the snake makes number two unlikely.

I am guessing number three, but one is possible.

IMHO, the picture should not have been posted for general consumption.

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