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Man wearing snake, 1930s
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Man wearing snake, 1930s
This young man, possibly a junior member of the Zoology Department, is posing with a king cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) that presumably had just arrived at the Museum
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In this photograph from the 1930s, a young man proudly poses with a majestic king cobra (Ophiophagus hannah), a renowned venomous snake species, in what appears to be the Zoology Department of a museum. The snake, with its distinctive hooded head and vibrant iridescent scales, seems to be calm and still, wrapped around the man's neck and chest. The expression on the man's face conveys a sense of awe and accomplishment, as if he had just successfully handled this impressive reptile. The king cobra, a member of the Elapidae family, is one of the longest venomous snakes in the world, reaching lengths of up to 18 feet (5.5 meters). It is also an elapid, a suborder of snakes characterized by their venom glands and dual-functioned fangs. This snake belongs to the larger group of reptiles known as Sauropsida, which includes all living reptiles and their extinct ancestors. The presence of this king cobra in the museum suggests that it may have been a recent acquisition for the Zoology Department's collection. The man in the photograph could be a junior member of the department, taking part in the process of cataloging and studying the newly arrived specimen. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the close relationship between humans and these fascinating scaled reptiles, and the curiosity and wonder that drives scientific exploration. This photograph is a captivating reminder of the rich history of reptile research and the importance of preserving and studying these ancient creatures. It is a testament to the enduring fascination that reptiles, particularly venomous snakes like the king cobra, hold for us, and the crucial role they play in our understanding of the natural world.
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