Paul Rosolie, an American conservationist, made a bold move in 2014 to raise awareness about protecting the Amazon rainforest, which is losing large areas due to deforestation. In an attempt to raise funds for the cause, he offered himself to be swallowed by a 6-meter long and 114 kg heavy green anaconda.
The event was broadcast on the show “Eaten Alive” on Discovery Channel, and the footage showed the moment when Rosolie, wearing a specially made carbon fiber suit and pig’s blood, prepared to be swallowed by the snake.
During the experiment, Rosolie was partially swallowed by the snake, but the suit was designed to protect him from being crushed. He communicated with his team, who were monitoring the situation from a distance.
The experience was extremely frightening, and Rosolie described the feeling of being squeezed by the snake, and he had to give up after more than an hour when he felt he was being digested.
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Despite the controversy following the airing of the episode, Rosolie assured that the snake was not harmed, and that a veterinary team was present to ensure the animal’s well-being. He also warned that such a performance should not be attempted at home due to the risks and complexity of the experience.
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