Fang Fascination and Fun
Hair-raisingly happy herpetology
Snakes but no ladders!
“Undaunted, unflappable, and, more often than not, miraculously unbitten!”
The Guardian
Several serious and not so serious snakebites plus spider bites and scorpion stings are considered ‘occupational hazards’ by the intrepid “great homegrown eccentric” Time Out, Mark O’Shea whose experience and knowledge of reptiles and particularly the specialized world of venomous snakes began at the age of eight. He is a herpetological matador who never fails to fascinate!
Mark O'Shea Makes Important Scientific Discoveries
Snakebite research for prestigious medical and geographical organisations has meant Mark trekking through jungles, swamps and deserts in pursuit of his beloved reptiles, on numerous expeditions to every continent except Antarctica. He has made many important scientific discoveries including finding the first specimens of several species of snake and frog. His considered and courageous exploits “are likely to be devoted to the good of mankind.” Daily Mail, he is heroically “using his expertise to save lives.” The Sunday Telegraph
“Lethal reptiles make titillating TV, particularly when the presenter casts himself in the role of fearless matador.” The Times.
Mark has capitalised on this in radio, television and film work in exotic locations on 5 continents with his trademark “combination of innate communication skills and deep knowledge of his subject.” John Whiston, Director of Programmes Yorkshire Tyne Tees TV.
Mark O'Shea - Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, BBC
From the presentation of natural history documentaries and other programmes, to setting up sequences with venomous snakes and other reptiles, Mark has gained an enviable reputation on the Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, BBC Natural World and many independent film companies.
“He is relentless in his pursuit of terrifying creatures …More amazingly still, he is quite obviously enjoying every second of it…never more than a fang’s length away from the unspeakable coiled otherness of the serpent kingdom.”
The Guardian
An experienced public speaker, skilled photographer, and author he currently has an exhibition entitled Mark O’Shea’s Slither touring UK museums.
Mark O’Shea has a powerful and peculiar rapport with snakes. Equally wonderful is the way he communicates that enthusiasm.” The Times
“ just by standing there, he brings jollity to herpetology.” The Guardian
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