In a recent episode of Conan O’Brien‘s talk show, Conan welcomed animal expert David Mizejewski to showcase some fascinating creatures. One of the highlights was an African egg eating snake, which proved to be a truly unique and captivating creature. This snake, despite its non-descript appearance, has the amazing ability to swallow eggs whole. David placed a couple of eggs in front of the snake, and viewers were amazed to see the snake open its mouth wide enough to swallow those large eggs. What’s even more intriguing is that this snake doesn’t have teeth because eggs don’t run away. It’s quite a sight to see this snake devour eggs effortlessly.
But what happens after the snake has swallowed the egg? David explained that the snake has vertebrae inside its body that have pointed ends. Once the snake swallows the egg, these pointed vertebrae jab into the shell, cracking it open. The snake then sucks out all the insides of the egg but doesn’t digest the shell. Instead, it regurgitates the shell, leaving only the nutrients it extracted from the egg. It’s a peculiar and somewhat disgusting process, but it showcases the snake’s unique adaptation to feeding on eggs.
Conan, ever curious, asked about the possibility of dining out with this snake, to which David jokingly replied that it’s probably not a good idea. After all, who would want to witness such a messy and unappetizing spectacle at a restaurant? The conversation moved on swiftly, as the talk show had more animals to showcase.
Another creature that caught everyone’s attention was a Paka, a rodent that resembles a guinea pig but with incredibly slick fur. David referred to it as a Bambi rat, which raised a few eyebrows. Nevertheless, he explained that these rodents are found in South America and have unique fur patterns that provide camouflage in the jungle. It’s surprising to see how beautiful and unique these rodents are, challenging the negative perception often associated with rodents. David emphasized the importance of appreciating the diversity of animal species and not generalizing them as “nasty city rats.”
As the segment continued, Conan received a visit from a Russian wild boar. Despite their potentially dangerous nature, Conan was handed a bunch of cookies to feed the boar. Initially hesitant, Conan opened his hand and offered the boar a treat. The large animal took the cookies and, unsurprisingly, left a bit of a mess behind. David cautioned Conan to wash his hands afterward, as boars are known to be powerful animals. While feeding the boar, David shared some interesting information about pigs’ intelligence, comparing them to dogs. However, he also highlighted the ecological damage caused by introduced wild boars in non-native environments, emphasizing the importance of not releasing animals where they don’t belong.
The segment ended with a reminder to appreciate animals in their natural habitats and to protect ecosystems from the harmful effects of introducing non-native species. While the talk show provided an entertaining and educational experience, it’s important to remember the responsibilities we have towards animals and the environment.
Overall, this segment on Conan O’Brien‘s talk show showcased a range of fascinating animals, from the egg-eating snake to the unique Bambi rat and the powerful Russian wild boar. It’s always exciting to see these incredible creatures up close, and David Mizejewski‘s expertise added an extra level of insight to the show. Stay tuned for more captivating segments on Conan’s talk show, as he continues to entertain and educate viewers with his wide range of guests and topics.
