Influencer Survives Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake Bite After Receiving 88 Vials of Antivenom

David Humplett, a 25-year-old wildlife influencer, filmed himself moments after the bite and faced a life-threatening ordeal during his two-week hospital stay.

• David Humplett, a wildlife influencer with millions of followers, was bitten by an Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake on December 18, 2024, in Florida.
• After the bite, Humplett filmed himself praising the snake, calling it 'cool' and jokingly saying, 'Welp, I’m cooked,' before seeking medical help.
• He experienced severe symptoms, including anaphylactic shock and intense swelling, and was airlifted to a hospital where he received 88 vials of antivenom over two weeks.
• Despite the life-threatening ordeal, Humplett remains positive and holds no resentment toward the snake, emphasizing it acted in self-defense.
• Humplett is expected to survive, though the bite caused significant damage to his leg, requiring ongoing treatment and recovery.

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