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Of course, having a mentor would be optimum, but that is unrealistic for me unfortunately. :/ I am counting on my vast experience with opisthoglyphous snakes, strong immune system, practicality, common sense, logical thinking, my sixth sense (-that some can laugh at, but when someone else can handle any Emerald Tree Boa, Green Tree Python, or ~6' anaconda solo without getting bit, they will have right to contend), and all that I have read and watched. At that, I had deeply studied the different toxins injected by different species, LD50s, and so forth.
Security will be taken care of by a heavy, automatic-closing-and-locking (from outside) industrial door to a room just for hots, and locks on all cages is a give-in. Family members have been addressed, and when I get on my own and have kids, I may consider giving up the hots. Laws in my state are strict and require permits, but it's in the early works and will hopefully pull through. Obviously, I am in preparation right now, which includes people's suggestions for first hot.
Indeed, I am aware it is all in the reaction that can determine one's outcome, thus venom potency is insignificant to a small degree. Thus, I suppose my comment on Copperheads and Wagler's Vipers was irrelevant to that same, small degree.
I thank You very much, Tim, for Your input, and it will all be slept on.
Sincerely, Timothy
>>I suggest working with a mentor and see what works for you. >> >>There a lot of things to consider such as security, family members, local laws, and protocols. >> >>If you search hot herp forums you will see this topic has been addressed many times with many opinions. >> >>Anaphylactic Shock resulting in a bite from a "not as toxic snake" can do you in just as easily as a highly venomous snake bite. >>----- >>Tim Cole >>www.austinherpsociety.org >>www.AustinReptileExpo.com/ >>www.AustinReptileService.net >> ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~< >>Conservation through Education ----- T.J. Gould
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- A few good choices for first hot? - deathstalker, Mon Mar 14 03:17:04 2011
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- RE: A few good choices for first hot? - Stevenorndorff, Thu Mar 17 08:37:25 2011
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