Feeding Snakes to Cannibal Cobras: Inside Vietnam’s Deadliest Snake Farm

[@nopadelik9286]

King cobras are by far the most intelligent snakes. They have individual personalities, some are calmer, some are hot tempered, they're able to differ human faces (and remember how they got treated by which human), they are pretty smart. just sayin.. Cobras are different.

[@spartanstorm6810]

Intersting

[@CBe-ot8vu]

Your are delusional. You ever care for a cobra? You have loads of experience? Didn't think so. Stfu

[@Hawa_Chapal]

Good Cobras, Bad Cobras, Generous Cobras, Selfish Cobras, Happy Cobras, Sad Cobras, Extrovert Cobras, Introvert Cobras...... Interesting.

[@Justin_Why]

Ball pythons are interesting too

[@alickuni9793]

Niqqa lying out here

[@SPECUL8]

Duuuuude Andrew's videos NEVER miss. Topics are always interesting, the editing is spectacular, and thumbnails are always on point. Always looking forward to his next videos.

[@GrigoryDenisenko12]

💯. Bro his videos lately are so good like on 🔥

[@jamesbutawo]

​@@GrigoryDenisenko12&gggg&gggggggggg&

[@NationalGuard69]

Whoever does your camera work is awesome Edit: You are crazy underrated, I feel like I'm there with you experiencing it. Very well explained!

[@pricha24]

you literally couldn't pay me enough to go into those catacombs.

[@jellycatfish]

When I saw you walking barefoot in that marsh at the beginning, I almost shuddered in fear. I could never! Also that shot of the still beating heart was mesmerizing yet super impactful. They feed their cobras other snakes but I believe their secret recipe to being so successful is probably how they stuff the snakes before hand.

[@megaapfel]

King cobras almost exclusively eat other snakes in the wild so it's the best diet they can get except they would probably eat a larger variety of different snakes.

[@leehaseley2164]

Yet again, you manage to approach the topic with understanding, cultural sensitivity, and an open mind. Fantastic work, Andrew 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@monkey7707]

Except for understanding cobras... they arnt being fed anything they wouldn't eat out in the wild.... cobras are naturally snake eaters

[@luemoua2640]

Good thing he didnt let you hold one of the baby cobras. Every venomous snake comes equip with venom as soon as they hatch.

[@russiachinanorthkoreastatetv]

& the babies let the most venom out!

[@raoni00111]

​@@russiachinanorthkoreastatetvoh really? I just know it.

[@tanneradams20]

@@russiachinanorthkoreastatetvthat’s a myth

[@ucheisaac2525]

​@@tanneradams20it isn't a myth, but factual, don't underestimate the venom these baby Cobra emotes 😂😂

[@adamc91]

@@tanneradams20​​⁠​⁠​⁠​⁠ I don’t think it is a myth as such, but there is a bit more to it.. if memory serves me right, (I’m pretty sure I learnt this on a video about cobras, but I may be mistaken, also if it is cobras, it could also be the same for other venomous snake species too) Baby cobras (probably juveniles as well) can’t control how much venom they release during a bite so they release a lot more, if not all their venom reserves in a single bite.. where as an adult cobra can control the amount of venom it administers depending on the type & size of its pray.. using only what’s necessary to ☠️ without wasting excess.. although some bites on humans are dry bite, if the cobra decides not to use it’s venom, as the bite is used as a warning - to scare off rather than to ☠️, that way they don’t waste their precious venom unnecessary, as it takes time and resources to make more and they will need it for future prey.. but because baby and possibly juveniles cobras can’t control how much venom is administered during a bite, whether on a human or to ☠️ a particular prey animal… they can be considered more dangerous (especially because the strength of their venom is the same in cobras regardless of their age) because they are likely to release a lot more, if not all their venom during a bite.. compared to an adult cobra who can control the amount it uses especially when a person is bitten. Hope that makes sense, I have cognitive impairments so explaining something is not as easy as it used to be unfortunately 😣 but worth looking up if your interested in snakes, there’s some interesting videos on KZbin about cobras & venomous snakes, as well as snakes in general 😊

[@toothlessseer3153]

Amazing video 👌 It's called a *KING COBRA* _(not a 'cannibal' cobra)_ Also, these snakes typically eat snakes of OTHER species, so they are (technically) NOT cannibals. _There were many King Cobras around my grandparents' house, in fact one of the largest-ever king cobras captured was about 5 miles from where they lived (and I used to bicycle on that very hill where it was caught).They are truly magnificent._ They are the *ONLY SNAKE SPECIES THAT CAN RECOGNIZE INDIVIDUAL HUMANS.* Also, when they raise their heads they reach nearly 6 feet tall, so they're looking at you at face-level) They also are the *ONLY SNAKE SPECIES* to guard its eggs until they hatch _(which probably explains their intelligence)_ Also, although they are called Cobras, they are not genetically related to the common Cobra.

[@toothlessseer3153]

_The taxonomic name of the King Cobra is Ophiophagus (Greek 'Opheo' meaning snake and 'Phagus' meaning eat)_ These snakes (by nature) only eat other snakes. When in captivity, they need to be 'trained' to eat other food (mainly mice). These snakes are so long that they can easily bite their handlers, but they don't because they recognize them. However, many handlers of king Cobras do die by their bites, because sooner or later it loses it temper...

[@NikhilChaudhariimbevda]

Click bait sells for such youtubers..

[@Ty-bz7zx]

It's a Cobra.. and it eats other snakes. So it *IS* a cannibal cobra. King or False or otherwise.... Good to know you think if I am French, and I eat a Bolivian...I am not a cannibal though! The height they can reach upwards totally depends on the length of the snake. Completely proportional... and only the biggest monsters come close to 6ft off the ground. Only snake to recognize humans ? Many have similar "abilities" such as the krait, rattlesnakes, and other vipers. Only species to *guard* eggs till they hatch is also a stretch, as vipers, and Pythons, and others, are known to exhibit this behavior as well. Snakes in general do not.

[@kelliqh2721]

@@toothlessseer3153 really, who cares, they eat other snakes... so by definition a cannibal. Andrew does a good job ! He is not a zoologist, just providing us with good healthy video's.

[@FarDrizz]

why is your font different ,are you AI

[@JohnEDow-jo2inBokke]

Im totally in awe of your stomach tolerances and your non gag reflexes. Kudos to you for being so brave.😊

[@mrdude88]

It’s just snake. In America we use to eat snake that’s why you do it so often in Western films and in some city still do. It’s just a cultural difference within different states and cities.

[@TimK2646]

You are a National Geographic Icon. Snakes and Creepy Crawlies, Yikes. Even the Leeches upset me. Cat Fish consumed by Sea Snake Consumed by King Cobra consumed by Andrew. The only sad view I had was for the Cockerel from last 3 minutes who was behind you, tied down. heart breaking.

[@Atodaso-pg9kq]

King cobra aren’t necessarily “cannibal snakes” like many species of snakes other snakes are a large part of their primary diet. ln fact the scientific name for a king cobra is Ophiophagus hannah where Ophiophagus” is derived from Greek, meaning “snake-eating”. The sole member of the genus Ophiophagus, it is not taxonomically a true cobra (Naja) despite its common name and some resemblance. Though they aren’t “true cobras,” king cobras are closely related cousins of the Naja group, with both families belonging to the Elapid group of venomous snakes.

[@michaelharrington75]

So, "cannibal snakes" is exactly what they are. Regardless of whether they're a true cobra, they are still a true snake, and eat snakes.

[@khactungnguyen6772]

​@@michaelharrington75No? By that logic a bear eating a wolf would be considered cannibalism.

[@thrumbo]

​@@khactungnguyen6772 thats too far, its like grizzly eating black bear

[@michaelharrington75]

@@khactungnguyen6772 A bear and a wolf aren't the same species. You just can't get it, can you?

[@khactungnguyen6772]

@@michaelharrington75 "Snakes" can be related to each other as little as a human to a rat. Cannibalism only applies for predation on members of the same species. King cobras are cannibals not because they eat other snakes, they are because they eat other king cobras.

[@axispacsquare2096]

The ones at the farm are king cobras (Ophiophagus hannah), they naturally eat other snakes. The one shown at the restaurant is a monocled cobra (Naja kaouthia), they don't typically eat other snakes. So either the farm owner or the restaurant or both lied to you if you were led to think that the king cobras at the farm is the same species as what you eat in the restaurant.

[@what4165]

I don’t like the fact that they are catching snakes from the wild to feed the farm snakes. That’s bad for the environment.

[@PacarnyaAdell]

The Ophiophagus hannah, or king cobra, is considered cannibalistic because it often preys on other snakes, including its own species. This behavior actually benefits the ecosystem by helping to regulate the population of other snakes, preventing overpopulation and maintaining balance in the food chain. By controlling the number of other predator species, such as venomous snakes, the king cobra indirectly supports the stability of the ecosystem and reduces competition for food. This top-level predation helps maintain biodiversity and the overall health of its habitat. Update* its taxonomic name has been changed to Ophiophagus bungarus from Ophiophagus hannah

[@PacarnyaAdell]

In fact, if there were no *Ophiophagus hannah* or king cobras, the snake population in the ecosystem would overpopulate. They exist to control the number of snakes, and that’s part of the natural law.

[@SamJohnson-j9o]

You are super smart. Wow. Blown away with your intelligence. Literally. Keep them coming cuz just wow.

[@cyberghost3007]

Go fight them then

[@b-bopeddie1290]

​@@PacarnyaAdellNo morxn that many snakes trapped for farmed cobras is indeed bad for the environment the rodent population gets out hand with that many water snakes removed.......

[@cotyreed047360]

How many traps do you have? “Acorn gum guy!”😂😂😂 0:55

[@souathao55]

I'm surprised you're not at one million subscribers yet! These videos are awesome.

[@eaglex1007]

As a Vietnamese even i didnt dare to drink that snake heart alcohol shit. You got some balls bro😂

[@Fledermausmann]

I dunno whether I'm excited or sad... On one hand I absolutely love these snakes and it's pretty thrilling seeing so many of them. On the other, well, they're raised to be food. Honestly, Vietnam is such a wild place! In all senses of the word as well. Also you'd think that Andrew would run out of weird foods to film etc. Nope, I'm getting the feeling that he's only scratching the surface.

[@mrgainz7252]

​@@PacarnyaAdell weird reply 😂 are you o.k?

[@CompComp]

​@@mrgainz7252 I don't think humans should be eating king cobras and monitors. They are basically the dolphins of reptiles. They are highly intelligent (besides in a survival situation or if they are overcrowding the ecosystem)... Idk... This felt wrong to me. I'm not a vegetarian or anything.

[@khactungnguyen6772]

Theropods are at the tip top in term of intelligent for reptiles. If chickens are not sentient enough to be spared, all reptiles are fair game.

[@synivy4576]

It’s better than decimating the wild population

[@brokensystembrokentrust]

No way I am ever eating snakes. No super powers for me. Really enjoyed the video.

[@BRZZ-xw4hd]

incredible. great vid thanks

[@KennyEatsWorld]

Beautifully narrated, researched and edited. Thanks for bringing us on your adventures Andrew!

[@smarttechaddict]

Researched? Snakes aren't poisonous, they are venomous and the baby cobra he nearly touched would have killed him. Not well researched.

[@duncanridgley]

Good to see a Travel Vlogger and you don't think " How does he get all those views?". Great work Andrew. If you are ever over in Egypt or North West England - maybe we go shoot some stories together :)

[@marcosvanleijden7286]

Hele goede docu,dankjewel 👌

[@bruhmomento_2197]

Wow incredible work. Insane quality for KZbin

[@serenity2219]

You deserve so many subscribers and views we see the hard work u put in bro❤💪🏾

[@FarmTastic97]

Duuuuude Andrew's videos NEVER miss. Topics are always interesting, the editing is spectacular, and thumbnails are always on point. Always looking forward to his next videos. nahwus

[@philg27]

You're. Killing it! ! Great topics, pro pruduction, cant wait to see what you come up with

[@naipai9021]

Please continue with growing your channel. WE are very pleased with your videos intros. I believe that your videos are underrated. Keep up with the awesome work! ❤❤

[@brucewayne2773]

BEAFS, Best Ever Adventure Review Show👍

[@jontran4119]

Your videos alway entertainment, educational and cultural. Thank you & looking forward to your next video👏👏👏👍

[@ajboytabachoy]

you're barefoot my friend....that boy must have great memory skills...watching from the Philippines!

[@Coopdeville0624]

As someone who really likes cobras this pisses me off, but it is what it is.

[@Dingle-Berries]

Me too, the disrespect.They wreak havoc on the ecosystem trapping other snakes that hold back the rodent population to "feed" cobra's to kill,sell,eat them.

[@ernestdude4074]

Great documentary!

[@JulAlxAU]

I just wanted to thank you for remaining objective and keeping ethics and morality out of these programs. Just pure reporting 👍

[@sowemove26]

Great video, with love from South Africa ❤

[@Foundinthewoodsbushcraft]

I really enjoy your channel. I've been watching you for years you always post the most interesting material that no one does. You are an inspiration. Thank you for all you do.

[@Santello22]

Your videos are top quality man. Thanks for sharing, love your channel and the stuff you show.

[@CoralMan24]

so how long will this last until the water snakes are gone or there isn't enough to catch is there a system for that?

[@ItIsYouAreNotYour]

I don't think you understand how breeding works with snakes.

[@TheDsRequiem]

​@@ItIsYouAreNotYour do you? Explain it

[@ItIsYouAreNotYour]

@@TheDsRequiem Yes, they breed too fast for them to run out. Much like any animal farm. It literally is the system.

[@davidpotter8890]

Very Cool such Beautiful Creatures! I think most snake eating snakes are referred to as "kings" not just Cobra's Your country's King Brown is as well 😁 Thanks for the Amazing work you do Andrew, such an incredible country!!

[@Andrew_Fraser]

Agreed incredible animals. I believe he keeps three species of cobra. The largest being King Cobras.

[@jorgschroeder7511]

Excellent Documentary 🎉🎉🎉

[@jamesizzard7835]

Great video, but you stepped around the actual truth. Dispatched quickly? You mean, heart ripped out while still alive?.

[@MeiDei6289]

I wish I could like this 100 times!

[@mitospha]

The fact that you look for new safe food is fascinating. I do wonder if snakes get stuff like prion diseases, but in this setup; the cobras don't eat eachother, they eat watersnakes. So it's much harder for cannibal toxins to occur. Fascinating. Considering the snakes they get fed contain snake food too; they must be pretty tasty.

[@Metoo-y7q]

Their name literally means snake eater! That’s why they feed them snakes, not because the meat is better… and any snake with king in their common name is a snake eater!!!

[@nikev]

I'm glad I found your channel. Fantastic videos. 👌

[@rupamnath2652]

Your video are very interesting 😊😊😊

[@TheDsRequiem]

"Im not sure if theyre poisonous at this stage" dude youre not smart at all are you lmao

[@JazzCountryAmericana]

another fascinating video. thanks, Andrew

[@simonkalu]

Well documented. You did a nice job

[@LindokuhleJele]

🎉🎉🎉Keep going Andrew first saw you on Sonny Side 's channel

[@VroomVixxen]

While most people understand clickbait and using intriguing video descriptions it’s still even more important to educate others who otherwise wouldn’t know or understand. It’s easy to make assumptions with no real background knowledge of King Cobra’s. So for anyone interested in the facts and why this video description is misleading please note that It is relatively rare for a king cobra to eat another king cobra if other snake species are readily available. King cobras generally prefer a diverse diet of other snake species, such as rat snakes, pythons, and smaller cobras, and will typically only resort to cannibalism under certain circumstances, such as: 1.Food scarcity: If other prey options are unavailable, a larger king cobra may prey on a smaller one. 2.Territorial disputes: In cases of conflict over territory or mating rights, one king cobra might kill and consume the other, but this is not their primary intent during such encounters. 3.Opportunistic behavior: If a smaller king cobra is already weakened or dead, a larger king cobra might take advantage of the easy meal. Overall, cannibalism among king cobras is an exception rather than a rule. They are highly adaptable predators but generally avoid preying on their own species if other food options are accessible.

[@LostMexicanFilms]

Well done. You gained a subscriber after the Ostrich, Crocodile and now King Cobra video

[@dragoonzen]

Awesome video, love it!

[@Kate-cr1fz]

Great video, cannot believe how he is willing to try anything !

[@imhotep5279]

15:44 very poisonous smile 😂

[@VroomVixxen]

You mean venomous….. 🙄

[@hunterbest6185]

Is the bile what I think it is??? Really good video I hope the people and communities featured get some profit from this

[@ButterflyWings1900]

I usually freak out by the sights of snakes but you have made an excellent presentation tho I still wouldn’t eat snake 😂 thank you! 🇦🇺🦘

[@waaadepnguyen6068]

Gives me goosebumps watching this. Although it’s very fascinating.

[@jdsykes9125]

Good video bro, well done

[@jamiescowboys]

found your channel and love it

[@kietlai594]

Nice video bruh. Been watching you,

[@pgabrieli]

next episode: how to catch the rats that are used inside the traps to catch the snakes to feed the cobras

[@thatvietguyonline]

Where there is food there are rats, those mice will eat anything from crops to KFC, Oreo, in order to bait them.

[@siddeshprabhu2403]

5:49 is this a accidental LOG footage or video is overexposed?

[@DJRickValeOfficial]

14:26 Andrew: Can I have? (🐍) Snake Hunter: No! 😅 (That's Cobra not a rat snake😂)

[@Brady2630-l1e]

its my nightmare to hold, to catch or eat it... just love to see the videos and learn their culture through your lens camera..

[@Chenrandyliu]

This is peak journalism and what I want to see 😂

[@CoreyC68]

New subscriber! Wow! Very good video!

[@KM-hk8tc]

Just found this and you have……. A new subscriber!

[@ozzybreezy]

I love your videos man.. It's so educational and entertaining at the same time! Kudos to you from Philippines 😊😊

[@gunnermuzzammil]

@13:58 dont turn the egg aroud like that, you might drown and kill the embryo inside

[@christophercadiam5171]

Goodness.. You really are brave to be able to take those in.

[@_Kapitantutan]

Very interesting and very informative sir.im surprised you dont have millions of subs.im subsribed now sir.

[@Jordan5784]

Me waiting for this channel to finally blow up ,how don't you have 1 mil subs already?

[@warwickmilne3149]

17:00 they just cut open the snakes belly to get the beating heart instead of killing it first.

[@petrospetrospetrospetros]

Cry about it

[@jberry1982]

He's been farming snakes long as I been alive lol I was born in 1982

[@tekpiksapasifika3494]

Love your Colour Gradings bro

[@randomname9758]

You've got really interesting stuff on your channel. My friend used to have a snake and it only ate live looking things, not something like that on a plate. He would literally have to wiggle the mouse to make it seem like it was alive for the snake to eat it.

[@mikewiller6135]

19:53 Kind of remind me of u eating raw fish with Sonny 😂 Man you're getting more courageous each time.

[@davidlim2682]

Great video!

[@sheckydiamond7533]

🎉🎉. Fraser needs a gimmick. Maybe a bandanna.

[@seansingh4421]

Oye vey, don’t do my bro Sonny dirty

[@teddygunzbarno2102]

As someone that watches Chandlers wild life and Tyler Nolan this is upsetting we need to save thr cobras this sould be illegal 😢

[@ItIsYouAreNotYour]

Like they don't have a bunch of pet snakes? lmao. They feed them Snakes btw.

[@maxineb9598]

Dont put western thinking into Asian culture!!

[@unxcripted_podcast]

the fact hes saying king cobras eat snakes like its a taboo lol thats what they eat in the wild lol

[@megaapfel]

He should really do at least a little bit of research before making a "documentary"

[@TheDsRequiem]

Its because he's not very smart and just guesses about everything

[@JayRamirez-so4jg]

He said "can i hold"😅🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣..your so funny....

[@RastaAfricanGentleman]

One thing that made a bit reserved in travelling rural Asia was the idea of not being familiar to their wildlife. I can definitely move more free in rural Africa because I am familiar with its wildlife scene. I truly regret not moving more in rural Asia, because the people look friendly and the experience would have been worth it

[@jdpaxton9293]

At 15:02 the man says get the hell out of his way 😂

[@darrenrichings2574]

I don't think that place would pass the health and sanitary test here and it must smell just lovely

[@PacarnyaAdell]

Can you name any animal farm that doesn't have a smell? Snake farms are less odoriferous compared to chicken or cattle farms.

[@hunterhq295]

​@@PacarnyaAdell Most Reptiles don't eat too frequently

[@PacarnyaAdell]

@@hunterhq295 i know, i keep venomous trimeresurus insularis too

[@globalnetizen956]

Keep the mouth shut if you don't know what you're talking about. Get off the TV and go outside to smell the world.

[@leehaseley2164]

Cobras are mesmerising, yet deathly frightening. I loved seeing you go for that heart shot. I am wondering if you were wired for hours afterwards, as I was on the occasions I had it. The first time was from a cage on the back of a bike next to Hoan Kiem lake.

[@MeiDei6289]

The reason the Cobras are that big is because they're pumping their food with a bunch of fat and other stuff. The specific snake feeding is a gimic to try and portray they've got something special. You could take any food and do this.

[@jboustead13]

This guy puts so much emphasis on these cobras being “snake fed”. Does he have any idea that wild King cobras actually do eat other snakes?

[@soloxerxeskingthabo9280]

18:47 bro you left the chicken 🐔 behind your back but decided to feast on snakes 🐍 😂

[@CaitiCat]

The babies are still incredibly deadly

[@shadownyxiancat750]

Yes, and don’t be fooled by the myth of “oh they can’t control their venom.” Yes. They. Can. I’ve done my own research and so should everyone else

[@MrNiceUnta]

Yow Andrew. You are such an awesome individual. I always watch your videos. Be safe brother

[@WaywardAg]

The order that you were supposed to drink was heart, bile and then blood to rinse out the bitterness of the bile. Getting that step wrong affects the palette for the entire meal.

[@Life_With_Dragons]

Bloody crazy video to watch! But very interesting to see

[@am-rn6bc]

As a Vietnamese, I have to admit the guy is sooo brave, I just can't try these dishes

[@batzzman11]

Great video.

[@mdjh4780]

Seriously Like how many snakes exist in that place. I feel like Australia and Vietnam are 2 countries that have the same parents, and got separated at birth.

[@alainicious]

What's the name of the restaurant?

[@directwhatsrealtv813]

I appreciate your documentary videos they make the day better 🎉 looking forward to the next one

[@oldstudbuck3583]

You’re a champ for trying that stuff.

[@aceTL87]

I've had fried rattlesnake before. They kept the bone on it, it was like bone-in chicken wing but it was a chore to get all the meat from the bone. All I really tasted was frying oil and salt; the meat had a softer texture than chicken but had absolutely no distinguishable flavor. I guess it tasted like frogs legs, but even more bland than those.

[@brentgabel3660]

Great video but I'm definitely going to have nightmares. It's just a string or shoe lace. Crikey.