A father has showcased his unwavering resolve by refusing to let anything, not even a venomous red-bellied black snake, come between him and his beer.
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Footage released by AusCamper captured the encounter, showing the dad's calm composure as he stands firm, beer in hand, while the venomous snake glided past him at a distance of no more than a metre.
"Don't move dad, don't move. It'll just slither past you," his son said as the snake crossed the campsite.
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The red-bellied black snake, known to be one of eastern Australia's most frequently encountered snakes, averages 1.5 metres in length.
Typically found in woodlands, forests, swamplands, along river banks and waterways, the snake prowls shallow bodies of water in pursuit of its prey, which predominantly consists of frogs, fish, reptiles and small mammals.
While its venom can induce significant illness, no deaths have been recorded from its bite.
Layton Holley
Layton is a journalist at The Border Mail. He is interested in profiles, features, and hard news. If you have a story please reach out to him at layton.holley@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Layton is a journalist at The Border Mail. He is interested in profiles, features, and hard news. If you have a story please reach out to him at layton.holley@austcommunitymedia.com.au
