Snake Milker

A snake milker carries out the dangerous process of squeezing out the venom from a snake’s fangs. Snake milkers are professionally known as herpetologists, practicing in the field of zoology. Most milkers are employed at serpentariums, which are institutions that breed and research snakes and reptiles. Working within a lab setting, zoologists are responsible for handling venomous snakes, using specialized extraction equipment, and caring for all specimens.

Snake venom is used for developing antivenoms to treat snakebites. It helps create drugs affecting blood pressure and clotting, too. Snake venom also fortifies a range of medical applications. Some block pain, while others save lives by preventing strokes, tumors, and more.