“Bran Dv” The Snake Charmer
thecircusblog | January 30, 2010
This snake is a reticulated python, also called the “Regal” Python. They can grow up to 25-30 ft in length and are extremely dangerous. After a large meal they can go without eating for several months. In captivity, sometimes it becomes necessary to force feed them. Photo given to the circus blog from Jack Badal.
Jack Badal
thecircusblog | January 5, 2010
Jack Badal feeding “Big Joe”. Jack not only cared for Joe but many other animals at the Brookfield zoo located in Brookfield, Illinios. Photo taken in 1957….. More to come on this “one of a kind” animal man.
“Jungle to Stage”……….A Must Read
thecircusblog | December 20, 2009
Jack Badal has been a dear friend of mine for over 40 years. Without a doubt, one of the most versatile animal trainers I have ever known. Indeed he is one of a kind. As I continue to post in the circus blog now and again I will post a page or two to give you […]
Merv And Jack
thecircusblog | December 6, 2009
This photo is of Merv Griffin and my good friend for many years Jack Badal. Jack appeared on the Merv Griffin Show in the early 1960’s. In Jacks arms is his gorilla Ramar. Jack started his career with wild animals at a young age, first working as a animal attendant in many zoos though United States. In […]