What is a Snake Charmer?

A snake charmer is a person who practices the art of charming snakes, typically using music or other sounds to captivate and control the reptiles. This is a traditional practice found in many cultures, particularly in South Asia, where it has been performed for centuries as a form of entertainment and tradition.

In contemporary times, snake charming is often performed in street performances and at festivals, and is often seen as a cultural relic, rather than a widely practiced profession. Some animal welfare organizations have criticized snake charming for the mistreatment of snakes and the danger it poses to both the snakes and the public, and many countries have banned the practice or regulated it heavily.