You just met "The One Whose Name Must Not Be Spoken" in a Bangkok park. Seeing a 2-meter Asian Water Monitor (known scientifically as Varanus salvator) just 1 meter away is a true Jurassic Park moment in the middle of the urban jungle. But in Thailand, this giant reptile is more than just wildlife — it's a living superstition. Locals call them "Hia," a word so heavy with bad luck it's used as a forbidden insult. To protect the local culture and bring fortune, we use the nickname "Tua Ngern Tua Thong" (Silver and Gold). But as a culinary anthropologist, I have to give you a warning: despite their calm look, these are apex predators. This protected species is vital to the Bangkok ecosystem, but they are dangerous. ⚠️ WHY YOU MUST STAY AWAY: The Bite: A toxic cocktail of bacteria and mild venomous enzymes. The Tail: A powerful whip that protects their territory. The Speed: They rule both land and water with lightning reflexes. They are beautiful to observe from a safe distance, but never forget: you are in THEIR territory. 🇹🇭 Would you dare to stand this close to a real-life dragon? Tell me in the comments! 👇

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SUPERYACHT TV is the first and only international television channel dedicated to superyachts, broadcasting from Monaco 🇲🇨 to the World 🌍 https://superyacht.tv The Principality of Monaco takes great pride in being known as the "Capital of Yachting” and in order to reinforce this unique position, 2018 saw the launch of SUPERYACHT TV. Produced in Monaco and distributed via the satellite MonacoSAT-1, Monaco Telecom cable-TV network, internet and iOS, Android and Apple TV mobile applications, it is a live and free-to-view channel reaching a truly global audience. SUPERYACHT TV offers exciting coverage on superyachts, including features on their designers and creators, tenders and toys, yachting industry events, exclusive destinations and every luxurious element of life on-board. Watch SUPERYACHT TV anytime, anywhere and on any device! Click here to subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYXn4bnXuCGgezmu1rs8K3A Follow us also on our other social media platforms: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/superyacht.tv/?hl=fr - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/superyacht.tv/ - Linkedin: https://mc.linkedin.com/company/superyacht-tv-monaco - Twitter: https://twitter.com/superyacht_tv?lang=fr

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Renowned dog trainer Keith Milby's dogs will entertain you with their amazing tricks, while Keith shares dog training secrets and advice. Learn more about Keith and training methods at www.gonetothedogsdaycare.com.

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Longer version at katamarans.com/bowline-on-a-bight/ 🔸 The Bowline on the Bight is a double-loop variation of the bowline. Tie it in the centre of a line when you need a loop and you can't easily get to either end. 🔸 It makes a good hoist if you have to lower or raise someone, with one loop the seat and the other under the armpits and around the chest. The loops should not slip and it shouldn't jam after strain. 🔸 With a doubled up rope, make a small overhand loop as you would in a Bowline. Thread the end of the bight up through the loop. 🔸 Open the end of the doubled rope and bring it down and around as shown and tighten. 🔸 🔸 🔸 #sailing #multihulls #catamarans #knots #ropes #learnknots #learntosail #katschool #knot #rope #lovesailing #sailinglife #katamarans #bowlineonthebight

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