Desert Venom

Host David Yetman takes viewers on unforgettable, bold explorations of desert landscapes. Through intriguing storytelling and stunning photography, viewers find out about the people, plants, animals and archaeology of arid regions throughout the New World. "The Desert Speaks" was produced for 19 seasons, and continues to air today.

Desert Venom

Season 19 Episode 1905 | 26m 36s | CC

David Yetman joins Herpatologists in their various quests to learn more about the many venomous creatures that call the Sonoran Desert home. They track Tiger Rattlesnakes using radio implants before heading up to the mountains to observe rattlesnake dens. While studying the impact urban developments have on the movements of a Gila Monster, they encounter rattlesnakes, tarantulas and desert toads.

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