RFK Jr. snatches snakes in viral video, the latest of his many animal encounters
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has gained attention for a viral video in which he handles two snakes bare-handed. The snakes, identified as non-venomous black racers, were being removed from the patio of a colleague. While some viewers found the video entertaining, experts expressed concern about the stress handling can cause to the animals.
- ▪Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared a video of himself wrangling two snakes on social media.
- ▪The snakes were non-venomous black racers, and Kennedy was removing them from a colleague's patio.
- ▪Herpetologists advised against handling snakes in such a manner due to potential harm to the animals.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onRFK Jr. snatches snakes in viral video, the latest of his many animal encountersRobert F. Kennedy Jr. has captured the internet's attention by wrangling two snakes bare-handedByThe Associated PressMay 26, 2026, 5:56 PM1:23Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaks as US. Attorney Daniel Rosen listens, at right, during a press conference Thursday, May 21, 2026, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Glen Stubbe)The Associated PressA video of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wrangling two snakes bare-handed captured the internet’s fascination Tuesday, the latest animal encounter the U.S.
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