Reptile World Serpentarium

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Reptile World Serpentarium is a reptile zoo in St. Cloud, Osceola County, Florida. It features more than 75 species of snakes, as well as lizards, crocodiles, alligators, and turtles. It is operated by the herpetologist George Van Horn. In addition to having animals on display, it has venom milking shows.

Reptile world Serpentarium sign.
Western Diamondback rattlesnake in exhibit.

The zoo's most prominent feature is its daily venom-milking show. These shows involve George Van Horn and Rosa Van Horn milking venomous snakes such as rattlesnakes, cottonmouths, and cobras for their venom while a crowd watches (separated by a glass window).

George Van Horn

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