{"id":195950,"date":"2021-07-23T09:15:18","date_gmt":"2021-07-23T07:15:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=105038"},"modified":"2021-07-23T09:15:18","modified_gmt":"2021-07-23T07:15:18","slug":"african-wildlife-crusader-dingo-dinkelman-prepares-for-5-nights-in-the-cage-of-death-with-some-of-the-worlds-deadliest-reptiles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/african-wildlife-crusader-dingo-dinkelman-prepares-for-5-nights-in-the-cage-of-death-with-some-of-the-worlds-deadliest-reptiles\/","title":{"rendered":"African wildlife crusader, Dingo Dinkelman, prepares for 5 nights in the Cage of Death with some of the world\u2019s deadliest reptiles"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In a world first, South African conservationist and world-famous YouTube sensation, Dingo Dinkelman, will be spending five nights sleeping in the \u2018Cage of Death\u2019 \u2013 a secure enclosure alongside a selection of the world\u2019s most dangerous animals. And while his antics might seem insanely frightening to most of his avid viewers, all of Dingo\u2019s actions are in the name of wildlife conservation. With his latest daring undertaking, Dingo aims to portray these incredible animals, not as monsters to be feared, but an intricate part of the natural world.<\/p>\n

The five-part series, which will be aired on Wednesdays from 28 July at 5pm, will give audiences front-row seats to Dingo\u2019s up-close animal experience with the continent\u2019s most feared reptiles. Secure in the Cage of Death, an enclosure custom-built by Conrite Walls, Dingo\u2019s intimate reptilian encounters will be livestreamed from 6pm to 8pm, with audiences welcome to send questions through during this time. Dingo will spend 12 hours in total \u2013 5am to 5pm \u2013 in close quarters with his unlikely roommate, with video footage featuring highlights from the night\u2019s event available on his YouTube channel.<\/p>\n

But who has Dingo chosen for this death-defying experience?<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Considered the most-dangerous crocodilian responsible for hundreds of attacks on humans annually, the Nile Crocodile will undoubtedly keep Dingo awake throughout the night. Having outlived the dinosaurs by a few million years, Dingo will have to keep his wits about him to survive 12 hours with the planet\u2019s ultimate survivor.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 The excited sound of rattling won\u2019t get Dingo in the party mood, but rather put him on high alert when he spends the night with the highly-venomous rattlesnakes. But despite their fearsome reputation, rattlesnakes, like all reptiles, play a vital role in the balance of the ecosystem.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Dingo will no doubt have a long story to tell after spending the night with two of the largest constrictors on the planet; a four-metre green anaconda and an even larger six-metre reticulated python. Because, is spending the night in an enclosure with just one constrictor really enough?<\/p>\n

\u00b7 However, a night with two constrictors might pale in comparison to a night spent alongside five-metre \u2018Thor\u2019, the longest venomous snake currently on the African continent. That\u2019s right, Dingo is also looking forward to getting up close and personal with a massive king cobra.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Finally, Dingo gets the chance to spend some quality time with an old friend, the black mamba. Having already received \u2018the kiss of death\u2019 from such a reptile previously, Dingo is highly allergic to snake venom and will have to play it safe to avoid another unwelcome show of affection from the most notorious snake in the world.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese animals are some of the most misunderstood in the natural world, with myths and legends creating them into fearsome monsters,\u201d explained Dingo. \u201cThe reality is they\u2019re not actually monsters, but just beautiful animals that are an important part of the natural ecosystem and we can co-exist with them. The more we learn about them, and get past the fear, the better chance we all have of living together harmoniously. I hope that through this series, I break down barriers so our global audience also gets a chance to connect with these reptiles.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dingo does admit, however, that he has one concern: \u201cWe\u2019ll be shooting this in winter, and as a mammal, I\u2019m going to be the warmest thing in the enclosure. My biggest worry is that these cold-blooded reptiles will be wanting to get close to me throughout the night \u2013 but that\u2019s just part of the fun!\u201d<\/p>\n

*Note to audiences
Dingo and his crew are trained professionals and have extensive experience in working with deadly animals. He will be closely monitored throughout every encounter, with a medical practitioner on hand to assist at all times. Audiences are discouraged from re-enacting or re-creating any animal encounters undertaken by Dingo and his team.<\/p>\n

Dingo Dinkelman is proudly sponsored by Toyota and North Face. To watch Dingo Dinkelman\u2019s 5-night adventures\u2019, tune into the his Dingo Dinkelman YouTube Channel on Wednesday, 28 July at 5pm. For more videos and adventures, check out the YouTube channel or follow Dingo on Facebook at @dingodinkelman, on Instagram at Dingo Dinkelman, check out his videos on or visit www.dingowild.com.<\/p>\n

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