Lets not get mean. Fear of snakes occurs all over the world, most likely as an evolutionary trait to avoid poisonous snakes. It is no small feat to overcome an innate fear. Some are afraid of heights, others spiders. It may be amusing to poke fun at this, but it only serves to drive folks away. I don't mean to be a party pooper, but I think we are here to support one another and help each other out? OK - enough of the mushy stuff...