This heavily tattooed snake trapping hero may not appear to be your standard conservationist at first glance.
Snake City, his enthralling presentation, shows the charmer at work.
Where is Simon Keys originally from?
Daredevil host of the thrilling documentary Snakes in the City, Simon Keys. He has always had a passion for animals and is using this passion to make a living. Photo: @simon_and_siouxsieSource: Instagram
Who is Simon Keys wife?
These are some of the questions we will answer in this article.
We also learn more about his ex-wife, Nadine, and his current girlfriend, Siouxsie Gillet.
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Simon Keys biography
Who is Simon Keys?
He is a professional snake catcher who was born in England on July 15th, 1974.
The 47-year-old grew up in Hertfordshire, where he still spends six months every year.
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The other half is spent in the picturesque tropical coastal city ofDurban.
The work there was intense, and some weeks he pulled 60 to 70-hour shifts.
He worked there for 11 years.
Simon Keys started his career after he spotted a snake in his neighbor’s home and offered to help catch it. From there he discovered he could render such services at a fee. Photo: @simon_and_siouxsieSource: Instagram
How did Simon Keys start his career?
The fearof snakesis a common and justified one.
Snakes like the Puff Adder can cause death.
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So, where did it all start?
His career kicked off after he tied the knot with Nadine Keys.
He raced over and requested that he remove the snake.
Simon Keys and his co-host and current partner Siouxsie Gillet who works as a herpetologist. Photo: @siouxsiegilletofficialSource: Instagram
This smart insight indicated that such services are desperately needed in South Africa.
He started a Snake retrieval service where he charged 150 Rand for a call out.
Simon pushed on and would complementhis salaryby diving and catching marine fish during the winter months.
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During one of those months, he got a contact at the television production companyEarth Touch.
It was followed by an opportunity to shoot the documentarySnakes City.
He appeared alongside Nadine in the first season ofSnake City.
Siouxsie Gillett is the current partner of Simon Keys and they both host the documentary Snakes in the City. Photo: @simon_and_siouxsieSource: Instagram
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When Keys got the go-ahead for season 2 ofSnake city, he asked Siouxsie to be his co-host.
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They started as friends, but Simon being the charmer that he is, won her heart.
Snake City new girlfriend set things off from season 2.
Who is Siouxsie Gillett?
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She is Simon’s current partner.
The two met after he returned to the UK.
She was a herpetologist with an impressive back story.
Simon Keys and his girlfriend Siouxsie Gillet are the two main co-hosts of the documentary Snakes City Photo: @siouxsiegillettofficialSource: Instagram
Her dad wasa butcher, and her compassion for animals began there.
She went on to work on movie sets and is the mastermind behind all the creepy crawlies inHarry Potter.
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This imaginative fantasy included a scene with80 cockroaches.
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She had to count them every time they were needed on set.
Next, she did Ridley Scott’sExodus.
It was a miracle that they were able to handle 400 frogs.
Simon Keys documentary Snakes City has 12 crew members. Perhaps the crew members who play a major role are the two cameramen who capture every angel of the unfolding. Photo: @SnakeCitySimonSource: Twitter
The two have been living together, and their lifestyle has shocked most people.
The duo, however, gives other helpful tips on snake identification.
Poisonous ones have triangular heads, while nonpoisonous ones have narrower heads.
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Despite snakes being frightening, they serve a critical role in our health and safety.
For instance, they hunt rodents like rats and mice that cause epidemics like the Bubonic Plague.
Perhaps if they had snakes, this loss would have been much less.
The professional snake catcher Simon Keys has not evaded the lethal venom of these animals. He was once bitten while healing some fresh ink. Photo: @simon_and_siouxsieSource: Instagram
The disease was carried by rats brought by the people’s living conditions.
Rodents also destroy up to 20% of harvests.
They exchange these snakes for wine which is not a bad trade-off for them.
They have two cameramen who document the drama as it unfolds.
They also have a resourceful driver who used to be a dirt bike rider.
His skills behind the wheel have saved many lives of both people and snakes.
During emergencies, he uses back routes and can even cut through cornfields to get there on time.
the answer is yes.
He has been bitten twice.
First, he was bitten by a copperhead while fastening the lid of the container containing the vipers.
He treated the injury with a lot of ice and antibiotics.
He notes that the venom can cause immense pain when it lands on an open wound or the eyes.
So, the first aid is to wash with a lot of water, milk, beer or urine.
It may be considered disgusting, but it is the lesser evil compared to going blind.
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