The August 2003 questions at a glance:
• What are the 3 most poisonous snakes in the world?
• What do you know about Timber Wolves?
• How long do elephants live, and how many Bald Eagles are left?
• What was your major in college?
• Have you done any shows on skunks?
• How do people get hired as part of your team?
• Why do sharks think we are seals?
• How big are Komodo dragons?
• How does it feel to travel all around the world?
• What is the world's longest snake?

Ralph asks:
Dear Jack,
I watch & enjoy your show every Sat. morning. Could you tell me which are the 3 most poisonous snakes in the world?
THANK YOU. Ralph

Jack says:
Dear Ralph,
Thanks for watching the show. I'm so glad you enjoy it. It is difficult to say what three snakes are the most venomous because it depends on where you live. In India some of the most dangerous snakes are the Indian cobra, Russell's viper, and the saw-scaled viper. In South America, many deaths are caused by rattlesnakes, coral snakes and the pit viper. In Africa the puff adder and the mambas are extremely dangerous, and in the USA, the diamondback rattlesnake is the one to watch out for. I hope this helpful.
-- Jungle Jack

Courtney, age 10-15, asks:
Hey Jack,
What do you know about Timber Wolves?
Thanks, Courtney

Jack says:
Dear Courtney,
Timber wolves are also called gray wolves and they live in forests and open tundra areas in Canada, Alaska, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and a few other states. The gray wolf mates for life and usually lives in packs of about 4-7 animals, although sometimes there can be as many as 15. Wolves like to hunt at night and feed primarily on large mammals like moose, caribou, and deer. However, they will also eat smaller animals. The usual lifespan of a wolf is about 10-18 years and unfortunately, as with many animals, their only predator is man.
-- Jungle Jack

Payton, under 10 years old, asks:
Dear Jack,
I really like your show. How long do Indian Elephants live, and how long do African Elephants live? How many American Bald Eagles are left?
Thanks, Payton

Jack says:
Dear Payton,
I'm so glad you enjoy our show. Both species of elephants have life spans similar to humans, and some elephants live to be in their 70s. It is difficult to know exactly how many bald eagles there are, but the good news is that the numbers are increasing. With the banning of pesticides and some intense recovery programs, bald eagles are starting to flourish in many areas of North America.
-- Jungle Jack

Karen, age 16-20, asks:
Dear Jack,
What was your major in college?
Thanks, Karen

Jack says:
Dear Karen,
Believe it or not, my major at Muskingum College was Political Science! Even though I didn't study zoology, I have always had an interest in animals since I was a small boy. I always had lots of pets and I even brought my pet donkey to college with me! For more information about my background you can check out the "About Jack" and FAQ sections of my website.
-- Jungle Jack

Vicki, age 31-40, asks:
Dear Jack,
Can you tell me if there is a way to look up if there were any shows done on skunks or if there will be in future. I'd be interested.
Thank You. Vicki

Jack says:
Dear Vicki,
We have never done a whole show on skunks, but occasionally we will film them if they relate to a specific show. If you would ever like to search for an animal we have filmed in the past, log onto my Jungle Store website at www.JungleStore.com. You can search for shows under any subject, and a full list of relevant videos will pop up. Good luck.
-- Jungle Jack

Nesya, age 21-30, asks:
Mr. Jack Hanna,
I have been a large and small animal veterinary technician for about nine years. I am currently a biology degree seeking student in Tampa, Florida. It has taken me a long time to try and nail down a career I want to spend the rest of my life doing. Educating people about animals in a creative atmosphere is my goal. How do people get hired as part of your team, the researchers, assistants, and animal handlers? I appreciate any advice.
Nesya

Jack says:
Dear Nesya,
Thanks so much for your question. We only have a very small team of cameramen and producers who work for us full-time. We do not employ animal handlers or assistants in Tampa, but use the staff at Busch Gardens when we are filming there. I'm sorry I can't help on this occasion, but try to come out to our set next time we are filming and say hello. Good luck with your biology degree!
-- Jungle Jack

Michelle, age 10-15, asks:
Dear Jack,
Hi. I am one of your fans. I would Like to know why do sharks think we are seals. Please write back to me and also can I have your e-mail address? My little brother really likes you :).
Michelle

Jack says:
Dear Michelle,
Sharks sometimes think we look like seals because when we are floating on top of the water, only our legs and arms hang below the water and they can resemble seal flippers. This is especially true for people on surf boards, as from below they look very similar to seals. I do not have a personal e-mail address, but please tell your brother hi.
-- Jungle Jack

Claudia, under 10 years old, asks:
Dear Jack,
How big are Komodo dragons? Thanx. I love your show.
Claudia.

Jack says:
Dear Claudia,
Komodo dragons are the world's largest lizards and grow to be 10 feet long and weigh an incredible 300 pounds! They live on a small Indonesian island called Komodo which is only 22 miles long. I would love to go and film them someday.
-- Jungle Jack

Hannah, age 10-15, asks:
Dear Jack,
How does it feel to travel all around the world?
Hannah

Jack says:
Dear Hannah,
Travelling the world is wonderful. I love seeing new places and learning about new animals wherever I go. One of my favorite things about travelling is meeting new people from different cultures and learning about different ways of life.
-- Jungle Jack

Phillip, age 41-60, asks:
Dear Jack,
What is the world's longest snake?
Thanks, Phillip

Jack says:
Dear Phillip,
The world’s longest snake is the reticulated python, which can grow to 30 feet or more! If you ever see one, be careful. When working with snakes, we usually plan on using one man for every 3 feet of a wild snake. So a snake that's 30 feet long would need about 10 men if you were to try to control it! They are incredibly powerful animals and deserve much respect.
-- Jungle Jack