I loved that show. I would have loved to see and hear what ended up on the cutting room floor.the way Marlin Perkins & Jim of the Jungle always did it.
I do recall seeing one show when Marlin did jump in on top of an anaconda.Did you ever notice rc that only Jim jumped out of the boat?
They are having problems with them in rural areas too. Just step out of your car......An airboat to get to the area,
between you and an anaconda in a race,my money is on the anaconda(I hope you survive though).
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I doubt any size of snake would live after being clubbed with a shovel.
I have dispatched snakes with sticks,shovels,hoes,and guns....guns are best! Oh! I forgot a 6 foot bush hog is even better!