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Karina Bonsi
Biologist and snake researcher from Brazil who studies the natural history and behavior of snakes, and has conducted multiple field visits to Ilha de Queimada Grande (Snake Island).
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Nov 17, 2025
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Snake Island (Classic)
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Karina Bonsi, a Brazilian biologist specializing in snakes, shares her firsthand experiences on Ilha de Queimada Grande, also known as Snake Island. She dispels myths surrounding its dangerous reputation, emphasizing that the island's isolation helped produce the endemic golden lancehead viper. Karina explains how migratory birds are a primary food source and discusses the evolution of the viper's potent venom. Her conservation efforts include educating locals to change negative perceptions of snakes, highlighting the importance of protecting these unique reptiles.
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