A Rinkhals cobra spits venom at Donald Schultz, targeting Donald's eyes and face. Some of the toxic venom even ends up in Donald's mouth!
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Wild Recon: Rinkhals Cobra Spits Venom
A Rinkhals cobra spits venom at Donald Schultz, targeting Donald's eyes and face. Some of the toxic venom even ends up in Donald's mouth!
Added: Jan 27, 2010 Views: 16120 Views Runtime: 02:00
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